Melissa Gottwalt
About Melissa Gottwalt
Melissa Gottwalt serves as the Training & Innovations Manager at Modern Woodmen of America, where she has worked since 2018. With a background in education and extensive experience in various roles within the organization, she has significantly contributed to community engagement and innovative training initiatives.
Work at Modern Woodmen of America
Melissa Gottwalt has held multiple positions at Modern Woodmen of America since 2002. She began her career as a Youth Service Club Coordinator, serving for 11 years until 2013. She then transitioned to the role of Assistant to the Fraternal Director - Youth Division for one year. From 2014 to 2016, she worked as Operations Supervisor, followed by a two-year tenure as Innovations Supervisor until 2018. Currently, she serves as the Training & Innovations Manager, a position she has held for six years. In her roles, she has developed community engagement strategies and implemented innovative training programs that have been adopted company-wide.
Education and Expertise
Melissa Gottwalt earned her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary & Early Childhood Education from the University of Northern Iowa, where she studied from 1998 to 2002. She later pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Western Illinois University, completing her studies from 2018 to 2020. Her educational background supports her expertise in training and innovation within the organization.
Background
Melissa Gottwalt's professional journey began in 2002 when she joined Modern Woodmen of America as a Youth Service Club Coordinator. Over the years, she has progressed through various roles, each contributing to her development in training and operations management. Her experience spans over two decades in the organization, reflecting her commitment to its mission and values.
Achievements
In her current role as Training & Innovations Manager, Melissa Gottwalt has played a key role in developing community engagement strategies that align with Modern Woodmen's mission. She has been instrumental in fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation within the team. Additionally, she has implemented innovative training programs that have been adopted across the company, enhancing the overall effectiveness of training initiatives.