Denise Tenuto

Denise Tenuto is an environmental professional with extensive experience in water resource management, notably with the Southwest Florida Water Management District. She is currently the President of Friends of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, Inc. , leveraging her expertise for environmental preservation. Colleagues describe her as intelligent, focused, and grounded, and she holds a Bachelors degree from Saint Leo University.

Her passion for Floridas natural habitats is evident in her leadership of a non-profit dedicated to supporting Weeki Wachee Springs State Park. This long-term commitment to a local landmark demonstrates a deep personal investment in conservation, community engagement, and preserving the states iconic cultural and environmental assets for future generations.

She conceived of a major springs restoration project while waiting in the parking lot to pick up her daughter from her lifeguard job.