Melinda Cooke Vandaveer

Melinda Cooke Vandaveer is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in market research and strategic management. Currently serving as the Director at theGrio since February 2022, Melinda also holds the position of Director of Market Research at AXA, a leading multinational insurance group, since 2016. Prior to these roles, Melinda was a department head at Samsung GSG from February 2011 to 2015, contributing to one of the world's largest conglomerates with diverse business areas. Melinda's expertise spans across significant sectors, including insurance and global strategy.