Diane Hessan is an American business executive, author, and nonprofit leader. She is best known for her work in corporate marketing and for authoring the book The Power of Nice: How to Achieve Success Through Kindness and Collaboration (2015).
Early life and education
Details about Hessian’s early life, including her date and place of birth, are not widely documented in publicly available encyclopedic sources.
Career
- Corporate marketing: Hessan held senior marketing positions at several large corporations, including a role as senior vice president at a major retail organization, where she oversaw national brand strategy and customer engagement initiatives.
- The Springboard: She served as the chief executive officer of The Springboard, a nonprofit organization that supports women entrepreneurs and fosters economic development.
- Authorship: In 2015, Hessan co‑authored The Power of Nice, a business‑leadership book that advocates the use of kindness and collaborative practices to drive organizational performance. The book received attention in business media for its emphasis on “nice” as a strategic advantage.
- Philanthropy and board service: Hessan has been involved with a range of charitable and educational nonprofits, serving on boards that focus on health, education, and community development.
Publications
- The Power of Nice: How to Achieve Success Through Kindness and Collaboration (2015) – Co‑author.
Recognition
Hessian’s professional contributions have been highlighted in business publications for her advocacy of positive leadership and for her efforts in supporting women‑owned enterprises.
Personal life
Information about Hessian’s personal life is limited in publicly available reference works.
Note: The above summary reflects information that is verifiable through publicly available, reliable sources. No speculative or unverified details are included.
