Melissa Matusek Cae

Melissa Matusek, CAE has extensive work experience in the field of public relations and communications. Melissa started their career at the Emergency Nurses Association in 1995 as a Marketing & Communications Coordinator. Melissa then joined Centegra Health System in 1996, where they worked as a Sr. Media & Public Relations Coordinator for 13 years. In 2009, Melissa joined the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, initially serving as a Public Relations Manager. Melissa then held the role of Director of Marketing and Communications, and currently, they are the Director of Public Relations and External Initiatives.

Melissa Matusek, CAE obtained a BA degree in Public Relations/Communications from Illinois State University, where they studied from 1991 to 1993. In addition to their degree, they have furthered their education with several certifications. In 2019, they obtained the PRSA Integrated Communications Certificate from the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). In 2018, they also obtained the Certified Association Executive (CAE) certification from ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership. It is worth noting that Melissa Matusek also holds a certification as a Certified Association Executive, although the specific details regarding the institution and the date of obtaining have not been provided.