Melissa Nelson

Melissa Nelson is an experienced professional in project management and operational support, currently serving as Plan Services Manager at The Standard since January 2023. Prior to this role, Melissa held various positions at Securian Financial from 2006 to early 2023, including Manager of Investment Operations and Business Systems Manager, where responsibilities encompassed managing business applications and ensuring quality systems for internal clients. Previous roles also include System Technology Support Manager at U.S. Bank, where Melissa developed business plans and product strategies, and Supervisor of QA & Test Automation at Securian Financial, where leadership in quality assurance processes was key. Early experience includes a role as Quality Assurance Specialist at Securian Financial and Support Technician at S&C Banco. Melissa holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing Communications from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls.