2025 Annual Convening Speakers

Melissa is a program and operations specialist with a strong track record of building inclusive partnerships, expanding community-focused programs, and leveraging data to create long-term impact. At Arts for LA, Melissa leads the programmatic direction for the organization’s leadership development programs, ACTIVATE, ensuring local leaders are empowered with the skills, knowledge, and an expanded network to effect change in their communities. She also builds and maintains strong relationships with key partners, cultural organizations, and civic leaders, and spearheads the Arts for LA’s annual State of the Arts Summit, which convenes 350+ arts and civic stakeholders.