Melissa Cotten Askew

Melissa Cotten (Wilkerson) Askew is an experienced professional currently serving as a Strategic Account Manager - Services and Sales Practice Lead - Systems and Software at Actalent since June 2021. Prior to this role, Melissa held the position of Senior Account Manager IV at the same company. Additionally, Melissa has been with Aerotek since July 2014, where responsibilities included managing the full life cycle of business development in Engineering Solutions, Services, and Contract Staffing, specifically targeting sectors like Consumer & Industrial Products, Medical Products & Devices, Embedded Systems, Automotive, and Aerospace & Defense. Earlier in Melissa's career, a role as a Corporate Sales Associate at Citrix was held. Melissa obtained a degree in Hospitality Management with a focus on Special Events and Conventions from East Carolina University between 2007 and 2012.