Melissa G.

Melissa G. is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in marine energy and environmental research management. Currently serving as the Project Manager for the Power at Sea Project in the Water Power Technologies Office at the U.S. Department of Energy, Melissa oversees complex project scopes and manages budgets, schedules, and compliance requirements. Previous roles include Program Management and Development at Battelle/NEON, where responsibilities encompassed proposal development, project reporting, and facilitating international communications. Melissa's early career includes positions with NASA, the National Science Foundation, and various research institutions, contributing significant expertise in scientific research, ecological data management, and education outreach. Melissa holds a Master's Degree in Marine Sciences from The University of North Carolina Wilmington and a Bachelor's Degree in Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography from The University of Rhode Island.