Melinda Sykes

Melinda Sykes, MBA, is an accomplished Multi-Unit Franchisee Owner at Waxing The City, where a flagship studio achieved national top performance in 2021. Prior experience includes a significant role as Procurement & Inventory Manager at Georgia-Pacific LLC, overseeing a team of 13 and reporting directly to high-level executives. Other positions at Georgia-Pacific encompassed Area Manager and Buyer, focusing on sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management. Earlier career involvement includes serving as Procurement Administrator at Technical Associates of Georgia, Inc., collaborating on project bids and cost forecasting. Melinda holds an MBA from Troy University and a Bachelor of Science in Communication from Kennesaw State University, along with a graduate credential in leadership from Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce.