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Melissa Blue

Austin,TX

Summary

Innovative entrepreneur with strong track record in launching and scaling successful ventures. Skilled in strategic planning, business development, and financial management, with focus on driving growth and operational efficiency. Known for fostering collaborative environments, adapting to changing market conditions, and delivering measurable results. Highly reliable and adept at aligning team efforts with organizational goals to achieve significant impact.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Co-Founder

Meli's Cookies
05.2012 - 01.2025
  • Founded Meli's Cookies from a startup to a nationwide brand
  • Oversaw all sales, operations and marketing functions within the business
  • Oversaw all employees and agencies working for Meli's Cookies
  • Made executive decisions with other co-founder on all aspects of the company

Owner

Blue Diamonds
08.2003 - 10.2006
  • Owned and operated independent jewelry company making custom designs, selling fine jewelry, and performing appraisals
  • Managed customer service, billing, marketing and sales

Operations Manager

EquiCo
01.2001 - 03.2002
  • Worked in matrix management environment with oversight of division level managers in operations and deal flow at middle market investment bank.
  • Reviewed incoming deals and made assessments on viability

Education

GG - Gemology

Gemological Institute of America
Carlsbad, CA
07.2002

BBA - International Business

University of Texas
Austin
12.2000

High School Diploma -

Midway High School
05.1997

Skills

  • Strategic business planning
  • Operations management
  • Supply chain management
  • Financial forecasting & budgeting
  • Employee management
  • Sales strategy & growth
  • Analytical thinking
  • Raising Capital & Investor Relations

Timeline

Co-Founder

Meli's Cookies
05.2012 - 01.2025

Owner

Blue Diamonds
08.2003 - 10.2006

Operations Manager

EquiCo
01.2001 - 03.2002

GG - Gemology

Gemological Institute of America

BBA - International Business

University of Texas

High School Diploma -

Midway High School

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