Dena Wireman, a 2007 graduate of Tiffin University with a degree in Marketing and Management, has built a career defined by entrepreneurship, leadership and service to her community. While at Tiffin, she was a standout student leader, serving as a Resident Assistant and Head Resident, competing on the women’s tennis team, earning Dean’s List honors and being elected Homecoming Queen in both her junior and senior years.
Following graduation, Dena joined her family’s business, Haehn Florist & Greenhouses, where she has helped lead operations, marketing and business development. In 2020, she founded Krave Creamery, transforming a vacant downtown Wapakoneta building into an award-winning small business recognized as the 2023 Emerging Business of the Year by the Wapakoneta Area Chamber of Commerce.
Beyond her professional success, Dena is deeply committed to strengthening her community. She serves as vice president of the Downtown Wapakoneta Partnership, treasurer of Downtown Discover Wapakoneta and the Wapakoneta Youth Football and Cheer Program and actively supports local schools, nonprofits, youth organizations and community events through both of her businesses. Her dedication to leadership, collaboration and community revitalization reflects the values she developed at Tiffin University and continues to inspire others.
Tiffin University is proud to recognize Dena Wireman with the 2026 Young Alumni Achievement Award for her outstanding professional accomplishments, entrepreneurial spirit and unwavering commitment to serving her community.