Melanie Reese

Melanie Reese is an accomplished artist and experienced professional in investor relations and community development within the art industry. Currently serving as the Artist at Mel Reese Studio since 2009, Melanie also holds the position of Investor Relations Manager at Altitude Investment Management, where responsibilities include acting as a liaison between the Managing Partner and various stakeholders. Additionally, Melanie has played a pivotal role as Community Development Director at Art in Res, creating programs to foster artist collaboration and community engagement. Other notable roles include Executive Assistant at Drivetrain, LLC, Studio Manager for artist Zaria Forman, and various internships that have honed skills in gallery management, digital marketing, and client relations. Melanie holds a Master’s Degree in Fine Arts from the School of Visual Arts and has pursued further education at prestigious institutions, including the San Francisco Art Institute and Sotheby's Institute of Art.