Melissa Ratcliff

Melissa Ratcliff has had a diverse and accomplished career in communications and marketing. Melissa began in 1991 as an Assistant to the Communications Director at the National Abortion Rights Action League, where they developed message and issue strategies and oversaw the department budget. From 1993 to 1997, they served as Press Secretary to Carol M. Browner at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, acting as the primary liaison to the White House and Cabinet. Next, they joined the Democratic National Committee as Press Secretary, managing all aspects of communications during challenging times. In 1999, Ratcliff moved to The White House as Deputy Director of Communications for Vice President Al Gore, where they managed the press office with top-secret security clearance. In 2001, they became the Director of Communications at The Broad Foundation, creating and launching the communications and marketing function for the organization's education arm. Ratcliff then started their own consulting firm, Ratcliff Strategies LLC, in 2003 and worked there until 2014, specializing in strategic communications. Lastly, they joined the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce in 2014 as the Vice President of Marketing and Events.

Melissa Ratcliff pursued their education from 1987 to 1991 at the University of Pennsylvania. During this period, they obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology.