Melissa Carson
About Melissa Carson
Melissa Carson serves as the Interim Chief People Officer at Apollo.io, bringing extensive experience in talent acquisition and human resources from her previous roles at companies such as Facebook and Lime.
Work at Apollo.io
Melissa Carson currently serves as the Interim Chief People Officer at Apollo.io, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the organization's people strategy, focusing on aligning human resources initiatives with the company's objectives, mission, and vision. Her leadership aims to foster a culture of talent development and belonging within the organization.
Previous Experience in Recruiting
Melissa Carson has extensive experience in recruiting and talent acquisition. She worked at Facebook as a Senior Recruiting Leader for Business Recruiting from 2017 to 2019. Following her tenure at Facebook, she served as the Recruiting Director at Lime from 2019 to 2020 and later as Head of People from 2020 to 2022. Her earlier roles include Head of Talent Acquisition at Esurance from 2014 to 2017 and Sourcing and Recruiting Manager at LiveCareer from 2013 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Melissa Carson studied at the University of Sydney, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Resources and Industrial Relations from 1997 to 2000. She specializes in building a compelling talent brand and value proposition to attract world-class talent. Her expertise includes optimizing recruiting strategies and processes, with a focus on the development of recruiters and sourcers.
Career Background
Melissa Carson's career spans multiple roles in recruitment and human resources. She began her career as a Managing Consultant at Hallis from 2001 to 2003 and later worked as a Recruitment Consultant in Sales and Marketing at Michael Page from 2003 to 2005. She also held the position of Recruitment Manager at Macquarie Bank in Sydney, Australia, from 2010 to 2011. Her diverse background has equipped her with a broad understanding of talent acquisition across various industries.
Achievements in Talent Development
Throughout her career, Melissa Carson has demonstrated a commitment to fostering a culture of talent development and belonging. She has developed comprehensive people strategies and roadmaps that align with organizational goals. Her initiatives focus on inclusive programming and enhancing the overall employee experience, contributing to the growth and success of the companies she has worked with.