Melissa Oliveira Denis

Melissa Oliveira Denis, MS HRD, is an experienced professional specializing in human resources and hospitality recruiting. Currently a Franchise Owner/Operator and Executive Recruiter at Patrice and Associates Franchising Inc since March 2017, Melissa also serves as Principal and Strategic Talent Advisor at Topnotch Recruiting and Consulting, LLC since January 2017. In addition, Melissa teaches as an Adjunct Professor at Southern New Hampshire University and the University of New Hampshire. Previous roles include Human Resources Consultant and Administrator at HR Synergy, LLC, and a range of positions in the hospitality sector, including Realtor and Food Service Director. Melissa holds a Master of Science in Human Resources Development from Villanova University and multiple degrees in Restaurant and Food Service Management from Johnson & Wales University.