Melissa Means
About Melissa Means
Melissa Means serves as the Managing Director at Pearl Meyer, a position she has held since 2003. With a background in compensation management and a commitment to women's leadership initiatives, she actively contributes to various organizations focused on cognitive development and corporate governance.
Work at Pearl
Melissa Means has served as Managing Director at Pearl Meyer since 2003. In her role, she has been involved in various initiatives related to compensation consulting and executive compensation strategies. Her extensive experience in the field has contributed to the firm's reputation for providing insightful and effective solutions to clients.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to her tenure at Pearl Meyer, Melissa Means held several positions in the compensation and human resources sectors. She worked as a Compensation Manager at HCA for one year from 1997 to 1998. Following this, she was a Consultant at Mercer Human Resource Consulting from 1998 to 2001 and served as Director of Compensation & Benefits at The Macgregor Group for one year from 2001 to 2002. Additionally, she worked as an Analyst at Towers Perrin from 1995 to 1997.
Education and Expertise
Melissa Means earned her Bachelor's degree in Finance and Organizational Behavior from Miami University, where she studied from 1992 to 1995. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in financial principles and organizational dynamics, which she applies in her professional roles.
Community Involvement
Melissa Means is actively involved in various community initiatives. She serves as Co-Chair at the Adventures for the Mind Foundation, which focuses on cognitive development. Additionally, she is a member of The Boston Club and the Corporate Board Committee, promoting women's leadership. She also participates in the Susan G. Komen’s Massachusetts Affiliate annual Race for the Cure Event and has served on the Program Committee for the National Association of Corporate Directors.
Board Membership
Melissa Means is a member of the Board of Trustees for a 100-year-old music school in the greater Boston area. In this role, she contributes to the governance and strategic direction of the institution, ensuring its continued success and relevance in the community.