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Community

Melissa is an active member of her community, contributing her expertise and energy to a wide range of impactful initiatives. She has served on and built boards, connecting individuals with interests or expertise to organizations that will value them.

Dedicated to building stronger communities, Melissa supports programs like Neighbors Rising and fosters collaboration, and professional development through organizations such as Leadership Greater Washington DC.

As a natural connector, Melissa thrives on identifying opportunities to amplify impact. Whether through introductions, ideas, or collaborations, she knows-or will find-who is making a difference and how to elevate their efforts.

Splitting her time between the DC metro area and Asheville, Melissa contributes her talents to spreading the word or amplifying messages that support individuals and strengthen communities.

 

Got an idea? Share it with her-she's always eager to help turn vision into action.

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Get Involved
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EWI

As a board officer and guest speaker, Melissa supported entrepreneurial women to launch micro-businesses with Empowered Women International, a subsidiary of LEDC.

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LPF

As a board officer and Chair of the 10th Anniversary for Leveling the Playing Field, Melissa raised awareness, funds, and expanded impact to ensure sports gear reaches underserved communities so every child has the chance to play.

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LGW

Melissa is part of Leadership Greater Washington's Class of 2019 "Raising the Bar." She was the Class Connector for five years, chaired class reunions, and serves on the Recruiting Committee. LGW builds genuine connections for leaders in the DMV.

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Bellringer

Since its inauguration three years ago, Melissa has been an enthusiastic participant in Georgetown's Annual Bellringer bike ride, raising over $17,000 to support critical efforts in eradicating cancer.

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