Melissa also known as “MJ” is a trusted advisor, strategic partner, and
respected coach to senior leadership teams and champion for employees
through her relentless and diplomatic advocacy for a fair and equitable
workplace.
Prior to starting her own consulting firm, Melissa served as the Chief
People and Culture Officer at the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, and as
Vice President of Human Resources with UCAN Chicago, a child welfare
agency focused on supporting and coaching youth with a history of trauma.
With more than 20 years of professional working experience, Melissa
began her career in HR in 2004 at the United Way of Metropolitan Chicago
and since then, has held a number of HR roles including Senior Director of
Human Resources at the National Safety Council and HR Business
Partner at Medline Industries. Melissa holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in
Human Resources from DePaul University and is a certified Senior Human
Resource Professional (SPHR).
67 East Madison Street, Suite 2000
Chicago, IL 60603
phone: 312.263.3830
