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Melanie Q. Nelson

Commercial Legal Transactions, Digital at Big Fish Games

Melanie Q. Nelson has a diverse work history with experience in legal transactions, commercial contracts, and litigation. Melanie is currently working at Pixel United as a Commercial Legal Transactions professional, where they manage and organizes day-to-day legal functions, reviews contracts, and collaborates with internal clients. Prior to this, they held a similar role at Big Fish Games.

Melanie also has entrepreneurial experience as the Founder and Owner of Gemini Fitness Solutions LLC, a company specializing in personalized nutrition plans and healthy meal prep services. Melanie founded the company in 2013 and continues to drive its mission to provide superior nutritional consulting and meal planning services.

Additionally, Melanie has experience in the gaming industry, having worked at Aristocrat as a Legal Transactions professional, where they managed legal contracts and provided recommendations to mitigate business risks. Melanie also worked at Caesars Entertainment Corporation as a Corporate Manager and later as a Corporate Legal Transactions Specialist, where they reviewed and negotiated contracts and collaborated with internal clients.

Earlier in their career, Melanie worked as a Senior Litigation Specialist and Trial Paralegal at Earley & Savage, where they gained experience in civil litigation, personal injury, medical malpractice, and other areas of law.

Outside of their legal career, Melanie has also pursued their passion for fitness as a Fitness/Figure Athlete and Competitor, participating in various competitions and achieving notable rankings.

Overall, Melanie Q. Nelson has a strong background in legal transactions, contract management, entrepreneurship, and litigation, with a focus on the gaming, entertainment, and fitness industries.

Melanie Q. Nelson completed their Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication and Media Studies & Business Law from the University of Nevada-Las Vegas in the years 1997 to 2001. Melanie also pursued Legal Studies from the same university from 1992 to 1994.

In addition to their formal education, Melanie obtained several certifications. Melanie learned GDPR through a course provided by LinkedIn in October 2021. In March 2021, they completed CIPP/US Cert Prep: 1 U.S. Privacy Environment, Well-Being in the Workplace, and Working from Home: Strategies for Success certification programs, all offered by LinkedIn.

Melanie has also received certifications related to sports, exercise, and nutrition. Melanie acquired a Sports Nutrition certification from the American Fitness Professionals & Associates, as well as certifications in Weight Management Consulting and Nutrition & Wellness Consulting. Moreover, they completed a Trade program in Mortgage Lending & Principles from Key Realty School. However, the specific years for these certifications are not provided.

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