Missy Acosta, MBA, CDML, PCM

Missy Acosta has 17 years of experience at Delta Dental of Tennessee, holding the position of Vice President of Brand Strategy. She is skilled in branding, marketing, communication, corporate social responsibility, and government relations.

Missy's contributions at Delta Dental include doubling commercial revenues, contributing to the development of public health policies such as the $94M Healthy Smiles Initiative, and expanding marketing strategies through partnerships with major sports franchises.

Beyond sales, she focuses on promoting oral health awareness, influencing public policy, and enhancing philanthropic endeavors. She is actively involved in non-profit and professional organizations, assuming leadership roles in various groups like the Nashville Chamber of Commerce and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee.

As a continuous learner, Missy stays updated with the latest skills, trends, and technologies. Her interests have expanded to strategy and executive management, with a particular focus on motivating others and understanding human behavior.

Described as an engaging leader, creative problem solver, good listener, and approachable motivator, Missy values collaboration and innovative solutions.

Her educational background includes an MBA in Management & Leadership from Trevecca Nazarene University, along with a BA in Mass Communication/PR from Xavier University. She has also completed the Signature Executive Program in Organizational Leadership at Scarlett Leadership Institute.

Missy Acosta's previous roles include Vice President & General Manager at Waterhouse Public Relations, Director of Public Relations at GS&F, Account Manager at Ackermann PR, Director of Media Relations at KMG Records, Manager of Publicity at Forefront Records/EMI, Public Relations Director at Associated Publishers Group, Intern in Communications at Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce, and Publicist at AristoMedia.