Hired February 2007
Background:
Melissa was born and raised with her two brothers in Lino Lakes. “My brothers constantly took advantage of the fact that I was the “eldest”, ganging up on me to make me look like the “irresponsible one” at all times…” Fortunately for RMPR, all the harassment resulted in a sharp eye for detail and a keen sense of responsibility – both of which serve her well in helping her clients attain “Results that Matter™.”
Education:
- University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
School of Journalism and Mass Communication
B.A. Journalism and Strategic Communications – Public Relations
Work in Progress:
- Weber Shandwick – Account Executive (Account – Honeywell)
Melissa's case study on Honeywell Instant Alert was placed in eSchool News, reaching 60,000-plus education professionals and generating increased traffic to the Web site. - Mesaba Airlines – Communications Specialist
Melissa led the development of a survey that completely changed the way the company communicates with its employees. - VEE Corporation – Intern
Turning the Tables:
Always one seeking to smooth the waters (see “brothers,” above,) Melissa practiced her own brand of public relations early in her career, turning what could have been a huge client disaster into a mutually beneficial relationship – all when she was a mere intern!
Favorite Candy at RAA:
“Anything "gummy".” (A sentiment shared with many other Risdallians)
Time Out:
When Melissa isn't working for her clients, she enjoys “working out, playing softball, traveling, and spending time with my family”. She also loves to fly, having traveled all over the U.S. while working with Mesaba (nice perks!) At home, Melissa and her husband, Chris, savor the mysterious ways of Moe, their American Short Haired Tuxedoed cat.
Come On Down!
Melissa was a contestant on The Price is Right when she was interning at Disneyland in California. “I guess I passed the grueling interview process.