Melinda Araiza

Melinda Araiza, CIR, PHR, possesses extensive experience in talent acquisition and program management, particularly within military affairs. Melinda has held various senior positions at Navy Federal Credit Union, including Talent Acquisition, Military Affairs Senior Program Manager, Talent Acquisition, Military Affairs Program Manager, and Talent Acquisition, Vendor Management Program Manager. Prior recruitment roles include positions at Absolute Consulting, Inc. and Genesis Search Group. Melinda began a career in public service as an intern in the Managing Director's office of the Philadelphia Mayor's Internship Program. Melinda holds a Bachelor's degree in International Relations and Affairs from Penn State University, with additional educational experience through IES Abroad.