Melissa Rottunda

Melissa Rottunda has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and industries. Melissa'smost recent position is Chief of Staff at Lifeforce since May 2023. Prior to that, they worked as an Energy Consultant at The Black River Studio from November 2022 to May 2023. Melissa also served as Chief of Staff and Executive Assistant at OPUS from April 2022 to November 2022 and from November 2021 to April 2022, respectively. Melissa worked as a Learning and Development Specialist at Caesars Entertainment, Inc. from July 2021 to November 2021. Melissa has also held positions at Daniel Brian Company, Inc. as a Sr. Project Manager + Executive Assistant from March 2020 to November 2021, and at Urban Kitchen Group as a Wine and Beverage Director from March 2018 to March 2020. Melissa gained experience at Carr Vineyards and Winery as a General Operations Assistant, Cellar Hand, Graphic Designer, and Tasting Room Associate from December 2015 to September 2017.

Melissa Rottunda's education history is as follows:

Melissa Rottunda obtained a Professional Certificate in Organizational Analysis from Stanford University starting in 2022. Additionally, in the same year, they pursued a Specialty program on Medical Cannabis: The Health Effects of THC and CBD at the University of Colorado Boulder.

Prior to that, Melissa Rottunda earned a Bachelor's degree in Fine Art with a Minor in Statistical Science from UC Santa Barbara between 2015 and 2018.

Earlier in their education, Melissa Rottunda completed an Associate's degree in Applied Mathematics at MiraCosta College from 2011 to 2015.

In addition to their formal education, Melissa Rottunda holds various certifications. Melissa became a Blue Belt certified by the North American Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation in March 2021. Similarly, they obtained certification as a Yoga Teacher from YogaRenew in March 2021. Melissa also holds the distinction of being a Certified Sommelier, having completed the certification through the COURT OF MASTER SOMMELIERS, AMERICAS in September 2018.