Denise Mogil
Director of Privacy Operations, HIPAA Privacy Officer
Professional Overview
Denise Mogil is an accomplished privacy and compliance professional with extensive experience in the retail industry. As the Director of Privacy Operations and HIPAA Privacy Officer at Costco Wholesale, she oversees the company's data privacy initiatives and ensures adherence to regulatory requirements, including HIPAA compliance. Denise's deep industry expertise and strategic leadership have made her a trusted advisor in safeguarding sensitive customer and employee information.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Director of Privacy Operations and HIPAA Privacy Officer at Costco Wholesale, Denise is responsible for developing and implementing the company's privacy policies, procedures, and controls. She leads a team of privacy specialists in managing data protection, incident response, and regulatory compliance efforts. Under Denise's guidance, Costco has maintained a strong privacy posture, earning the trust of its customers and stakeholders.
Career Progression
Denise has a distinguished career spanning over three decades in the retail industry. Prior to her current role, she served as the Director of Professional Services at Costco, where she oversaw the implementation of various operational and technology initiatives that enhanced the company's efficiency and customer experience. Denise's deep understanding of Costco's business operations has been instrumental in aligning privacy and compliance strategies with the organization's goals.
Before joining Costco, Denise held the position of General Manager at Lenscrafters, where she successfully led a team of over 50 employees and drove improvements in operational performance and customer satisfaction.
Academic Background
Denise holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Washington, where she graduated with honors.
Areas of Expertise
- Data privacy and protection
- HIPAA compliance and risk management
- Retail operations and process optimization
- Cross-functional team leadership and collaboration
- Strategic planning and execution
Professional Impact
Under Denise's leadership, Costco has consistently maintained a strong privacy posture, earning several industry awards and recognitions for its data protection practices. She has been instrumental in implementing robust privacy controls and incident response protocols, which have helped the company mitigate potential data breaches and safeguard sensitive information. Denise's contributions have been pivotal in fostering a culture of privacy awareness and compliance across the organization.
Conclusion
Denise Mogil's extensive experience, strategic vision, and dedication to privacy and compliance have made her a valuable asset to Costco Wholesale. As the Director of Privacy Operations and HIPAA Privacy Officer, she continues to drive the company's data protection initiatives, ensuring the trust and confidence of its customers and stakeholders.
