Melinda Davenport
Melinda Davenport is an Emmy award-winning executive leading a team of proactive communicators at Meta. She is a former news anchor for WISN 12 News, the ABC station in Milwaukee, honored by the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association for Best Personality - Social & Digital Media.
Davenport obtained a Master's Degree in Corporate and Organizational Communication from Northeastern University in Boston, and a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from The University of Houston.
She also serves as an Adjunct Professor for Marquette University and the Community College System of New Hampshire and is a member of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC).
Melinda Davenport
STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS EXECUTIVE
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Location:
San Francisco, CA
Awards:
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40 Under 40 Award Recipient, Milwaukee Business Journal
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Emmy Award-Winner, National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences
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Best Digital Personality, Wisconsin Broadcasters Association
EXPERIENCE
Sr. Director, Internal Comms
Meta
Aug 2020 - Present
Responsible for leading Meta's global team driving Meta’s company-wide campaigns and proactive initiatives that educate and engage our workforce on the company’s mission and strategic priorities.
2019-2020
Head of Marketing & Communications
KAIROS POWER
Key member of leadership team charged with strengthening brand and reputation while managing marketing and communications strategy. Participates in the strategic planning process through development of company-wide goals with a focus on how communications can improve company’s competitive position.
2011-2019
News Anchor
HEARST TELEVISION, INC.
Launched successful new midday broadcast at WISN 12. Coach and mentor journalists and producers, serve as Executive Producer for show's content. Participate in numerous community and local outreach events to engage community.
2010-2011
News Anchor/Reporter
WCAX-TV
Journalist responsible for delivering breaking news to Vermont, New Hampshire, Montreal as CBS affiliate for the region. Provided strategic and tactical guidance for all social media channels.
2009-2010
Senior External Communications Specialist
KELLOGG, BROWN & ROOT
Managed proactive strategic media relations plan throughout global organization, while implementing annual communications campaign. Manage press release and monthly media analysis output.
2007-2009
Associate
TOWERS PERRIN
Worked with client leadership to identify vision, set priorities and manage communication needs for Fortune 500 companies. Ensured campaigns remained focused and effective.
2005-2008
Freelance Writer
THE NEW YORK TIMES COMPANY
Produced original news stories published on the About.com Houston website regarding educational, relevant topics of interest to Houstonians and others interested in learning about the city.
EDUCATION
Master's Degree
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY, BOSTON
Master of Science, Corporate and Organizational Communication
Bachelor's Degree
THE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism
Certificate
THE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON
Corporate Entrepreneurship & Global Business
VOLUNTEERISM
SKILLS
MEDIA RELATIONS
CHANGE MANAGEMENT
TEAM BUILDING & TRAINING
INTERNAL COMMS STRATEGY
CRISIS MANAGEMENT
EXECUTIVE COACHING
EXPERTISE
STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION
Accomplished, trusted communications professional with deep experience creating effective programs that resonate with target audiences.
TEAM LEADER
Performance driven, multilingual team builder who consistently takes on challenging projects and drives significant ROI. Strategic thinker who has eye on the big picture, but also focused on tactical execution.
COLLEGE PROFESSOR
College instructor with experience teaching Organizational Communication, Small Group Communication, Media Ethics, Advanced Journalism, Media Writing, Intro to Film, Critical Thinking, Intro to Public Speaking and Intercultural Communication.