Melissa Murrell
About Melissa Murrell
Melissa Murrell serves as the Chief People Officer at Asklepios BioPharmaceutical, Inc. She has extensive experience in human resources, having held various leadership roles at companies such as Spark Therapeutics and Shire.
Current Role at Asklepios BioPharmaceutical
Melissa Murrell serves as the Chief People Officer at Asklepios BioPharmaceutical, Inc. (AskBio) since 2024. In this role, she oversees the company's human resources strategy, focusing on enhancing employee engagement and organizational culture. Her leadership is pivotal in aligning the workforce with the company's goals and fostering a productive work environment.
Previous Experience at Spark Therapeutics
Prior to her current position, Melissa Murrell held multiple roles at Spark Therapeutics, Inc. from 2017 to 2021. She served as the Total Rewards Lead for four months, followed by her role as HR Operations and Compensation Lead for three years. Additionally, she was the People Services and Technology Lead for five months in 2021. Her experience at Spark Therapeutics contributed to her expertise in HR operations and employee compensation.
Experience at Shire
Melissa Murrell worked at Shire from 2012 to 2017, where she held several positions in compensation analysis and operations. She began as a Senior Compensation Analyst, then progressed to Associate Director of Compensation Operations and finally served as Compensation Operations Manager. Her tenure at Shire provided her with a solid foundation in compensation strategies and human resources management.
Educational Background
Melissa Murrell holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Villanova University, which she completed from 2005 to 2009. She further pursued a Master of Science in Human Resources and Industrial/Organizational Psychology at the same institution, graduating in 2010. Additionally, she achieved her Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification from the Human Resources Certification Institute in 2010.
Career Progression at Asklepios BioPharmaceutical
At Asklepios BioPharmaceutical, Melissa Murrell has held several key positions. She served as Vice President of People Operations from 2022 to 2023 before being appointed Chief People Officer in 2024. Her career trajectory within the company highlights her commitment to advancing human resources practices and her ability to lead organizational change.