Denise Davis is the Vice President of Strategy and Communications at the Western States Petroleum Association (WSPA). She leads WSPA’s strategic communications and public affairs efforts, advocating on behalf of companies driving innovation in petroleum exploration, production, refining, transportation, and marketing, as well as leading advancements in renewable fuels and other energy technologies across Arizona, California, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington.

Denise brings over 30 years of experience in public affairs, media strategy, and government relations. Prior to joining WSPA in 2025, she served as Executive Vice President at the California Chamber of Commerce and held senior roles in state government, including Chief Deputy Communications Director for Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and communications leadership positions at the California Department of Justice under three state Attorneys General.

Drawing on her deep policy and communications background, Denise leads bold, strategic messaging initiatives that strengthen WSPA’s advocacy efforts and support sound decision making by policymakers in the Western United States.