Melissa Kocis

Melissa Kocis is an experienced communications professional with a strong background in internal communications and corporate affairs. At Merck, Melissa served as Associate Director of Culture and Enterprise Engagement, developing HR communication strategies and supporting executive communications, achieving all planned benchmarks in 2024. Previously, as a Senior Specialist, Melissa led communication strategies for a major acquisition and orchestrated large-scale corporate events. At Axalta, Melissa significantly enhanced employee engagement through innovative intranet solutions and collaborative communications. Early experiences included roles at Lycoming College, Olympus Corporation of the Americas, and internships focusing on public relations and marketing. Melissa is currently pursuing a Professional Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Organizational Leadership at Quinnipiac University.