Melissa Prater

Melissa Prater is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in digital program management and product ownership. Currently serving as a Senior Product Owner for AEM at Adobe since September 2022, Melissa previously held roles at iCrossing as Director of Digital Program Management, managing initiatives for Bridgestone, and at Crate and Barrel as Manager of Technology and Retail Operations, where innovative retail experiences were developed. Past positions include Program Director at Razorfish, Portfolio Lead at VSA Partners, and Associate Delivery Director at Manifest Digital, where significant contributions to digital strategy and account management were made. Melissa's career also includes early roles in digital production and database consulting. Melissa holds a Master's degree in Learning Sciences from Northwestern University and a Bachelor's degree in Anthropology from Indiana University Bloomington.