Maria Mello has extensive experience in business development and recruitment, particularly within Vistage Worldwide, Inc. since June 2009. Maria has served in various roles, including Member, Business Development Partner, Market Development Director, and New Group Build Manager, where responsibilities included facilitating advisory meetings for CEOs and business owners, interviewing member candidates, and collaborating with Vistage Chairs to establish new groups. Prior to Vistage, Maria worked at AMN Healthcare from October 2002 to June 2009 as a Recruiter, New Graduate Career Specialist, and Contract Coordinator, focusing on recruiting healthcare professionals and developing marketing strategies for nursing students. Maria holds a B.A. in Political Science from San Diego State University.