Melanie Van Dusen

Melanie Van Dusen is an accomplished public relations professional with extensive experience in sports, lifestyle, and reputation management. Currently serving as Executive Vice President at Berk Communications since July 2017, Melanie oversees agency operations and spearheads marketing initiatives. Previous roles include Senior Vice President and Vice President at Select Sports Group, Director of Public Relations at Octagon, and various positions within the NFL and NBA. Notable achievements include securing media opportunities for high-profile clients, developing strategic communications plans, and significantly increasing brand visibility through innovative social media strategies. Melanie holds a Master's degree in Sports Industry Management from Georgetown University and a Bachelor's in Business Economics from Virginia Tech.