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Melanie Brooks

PHOENIX,Arizona

Summary

Dynamic estate and operations leader with 15-plus years managing high-end residential communities, private estates, and hospitality assets for luxury clientele, proven record overseeing multimillion-dollar properties, capital projects, and curated events. Adept in vendor and contractor oversight, security, housekeeping, grounds, and household systems. Accomplished host specializing in high-caliber guest experiences for dignitaries, ambassadors, and CEOs, celebrated for unwavering discretion, integrity, and premium service.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Director

WINFIELD OWNERS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Scottsdale, AZ
01.2022 - Current
  • Lead all operations for luxury HOA community of 511 homes with multiple property types.
  • Manage annual budget of $2.3M and reserve funding, in partnership with board and finance committee.
  • Oversee community facilities: pool, tennis/pickleball courts, event spaces, and café.
  • Enforce CC&Rs and architectural guidelines; manage design reviews and compliance issues.
  • Coordinate board meetings, committee support, events, and homeowner communications.

Executive Director

MISSION BAY HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Polson, MT
01.2014 - 01.2022
  • Directed HOA operations for ~300-home Montana community, including gated Preserve area.
  • Oversaw budgeting, vendor management, reserve studies, compliance, and capital projects.
  • Managed design approvals and construction compliance across homesites and custom builds.
  • Administered community amenities: fitness center, pool/spa, trails, beach, and dock areas.
  • Built trusted relationships with homeowners, city officials, and board leadership.
  • Created award-winning email newsletters to strengthen communication and transparency.

Event & Catering Manager

FINLEY POINT GRILL
Polson, MT
01.2015 - 01.2021
  • Developed and managed special events, weddings, and group functions for hospitality venue.

Deputy Director & Director of Operations

TMORA
Minneapolis, MN
01.2005 - 01.2014
  • Led internal operations, budgeting, and staff for a growing nonprofit museum.
  • Oversaw building, grounds management, financial reporting, donor engagement, and major events.
  • Directed cross-functional departments including finance, marketing, development, and volunteers.

Education

Certified Manager of Community Associations - High-level Community Associaton Management

Community Asssociation Institute
Scottsdale, AZ
05-2025

MIM - Masters in International Management

University of St. Thomas
St. Paul, MN

Montana Real Estate License -

01.2021

Bachelor of Arts -

St. Olaf College
Northfield, MN

Skills

  • HOA and property management
  • Financial oversight
  • Community engagement
  • Project management
  • Board relations
  • Compliance and governance
  • Staff leadership
  • Communication skills
  • Strategic planning
  • Vendor management
  • Office applications and Google Workspace
  • Spreadsheet proficiency and accounting software expertise
  • Presentation skills and email marketing tools
  • Video conferencing tools and graphic design software
  • Website management systems and property management software
  • Event coordination and luxury service standards
  • Estate security and budgeting strategies
  • Staff oversight and etiquette protocols
  • Adaptability in guest services

Fun

  • Equestrian Activity (Barrel Racing, Dressage, Polo, Trails)
  • Arts – Watercolor & Oil Painter
  • Bernese Mountain Dog Specialty Shows Chairperson
  • Wildlife aficionado
  • Avid hiker
  • Golfer
  • Fisher
  • Skier
  • Violinist

Technical Skills

Office - Excel, Word PowerPoint, Constant Contact, Zoom, Adobe, Website CMS, Quickbooks, Property Management Software.  current - AI skills training

Passions

  • Giving Back to our communities and improving lives for the people that live there
  • Past Board Member, Children’s Home Society, MN
  • North Lake County Library, MT
  • Charitable Fund-raising Committee and Chair at Hockaday Museum 3 yrs
  • Jack Hanna Grizzly Rendezvous Committee Chair 3 yrs
  • Children’s Cancer Research
  • Minnesota Orchestra
  • The Museum of Russian Art
  • Guiding Eyes for the Blind
  • Animal Rescues
  • Twin Cities Polo Club benefits and galas

Previous Experience

Senior leadership in retail and merchandising with The Museum Art Stores, The Wooden Bird Galleries, and Polo Ralph Lauren. Special focus on brand development, team building, and operational turnaround strategies.

Affiliations

PASSIONS

Giving Back to our communities and improving lives for the people that live there:

Past Board Member, Children’s Home Society, MN, North Lake County Library, MT

Charitable Fund-raising Committee and Chair at Hockaday Museum Kalispell

Jack Hanna Grizzly Rendezvous Committee Chair

Children’s Cancer Research, Minnesota Orchestra, The Museum of Russian Art, Guiding Eyes for the Blind, Animal Rescues, Twin Cities Polo Club benefits and galas.

FUN

Equestrian Activity (Barrel Racing, Dressage, Polo, Trails), Arts – Watercolor & Oil Painter

Bernese Mountain Dog Specialty Shows Chairperson

Wildlife aficionado, avid hiker, golfer, fly-fishing, skier, violinist

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Executive Director

WINFIELD OWNERS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
01.2022 - Current

Event & Catering Manager

FINLEY POINT GRILL
01.2015 - 01.2021

Executive Director

MISSION BAY HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
01.2014 - 01.2022

Deputy Director & Director of Operations

TMORA
01.2005 - 01.2014

Certified Manager of Community Associations - High-level Community Associaton Management

Community Asssociation Institute

MIM - Masters in International Management

University of St. Thomas

Montana Real Estate License -

Bachelor of Arts -

St. Olaf College