Melinda Russell

Melinda Russell, SHRM-SCP, has a diverse background in human resources. Melinda is currently the Director of Human Resources at Grace Village Retirement Community, where they started in September 2021. Prior to this, Melinda worked as an Employee Relations Specialist at Great Lakes Forest Products, Inc from March 2019 to October 2021. Melinda also gained experience at Conn-Selmer, Inc. as a Human Resources professional from August 2015 to March 2019.

Melinda Russell, SHRM-SCP, holds a Master of Science degree in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General from Central Michigan University, which they obtained from 1992 to 1995. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from Lake Superior State University from 1988 to 1992. In addition to their education, Melinda has obtained the SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification from SHRM in July 2021.