Buzz
Dena Ogden (she/her) serves as an Associate Editor at Mytour, focusing on home and lifestyle subjects such as cleaning, organizing, and smart home technology. She has evaluated numerous home products, including vacuums, cleaning supplies, laundry items, and organizers, and excels at uncovering the best online deals. Residing in the Pacific Northwest, she ensures every room in her home (except the kitchen and bathrooms) is equipped with a cozy throw blanket.
Highlights:
- Dena has conducted interviews with experts in organizing, decorating, and cleaning, and has been a professional writer since 2015.
- She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English & Communication from the University of Washington and is a proud first-generation college graduate.
- She has tested a wide range of home products, including vacuums, cleaning and laundry items, and organizers.
Experience
Dena began her professional writing career in 2015, specializing in home and lifestyle topics. Previously, she worked as the Women's Lifestyle Commerce Writer and an Identity Writer for Bustle Digital Group, and her work has appeared in notable digital publications such as The Atlantic, The Muse, and The Pacific Northwest Inlander.
She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband, two children, and a small dog in a split-level house, which has given her a profound respect for vacuums capable of tackling stairs. She enjoys sharing the most effective tips, tricks, and products for creating a comfortable home and discovering the best deals on items she has personally tested and recommends.
Education
Dena holds a Bachelor of Arts in English & Communication from the University of Washington.
About Mytour
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