Melissa Monaco Dixon
About Melissa Monaco Dixon
Melissa Monaco Dixon is a Senior Technical Project Manager at Red Ventures, where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in project management, coaching, and education, along with being a registered Yoga Instructor.
Current Role at Red Ventures
Melissa Monaco Dixon serves as a Senior Technical Project Manager at Red Ventures, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she supports IT Operations and Software Engineering teams, leveraging her extensive project management skills. Her responsibilities include overseeing technical projects, ensuring timely delivery, and facilitating communication between teams to achieve project goals.
Previous Experience at Red Ventures
Prior to her current role, Melissa held several positions at Red Ventures. She worked as a Senior Performance Coach from 2017 to 2019, focusing on coaching and development. Additionally, she served as a Sales Professional for three months in 2014 and as a Performance Coach from 2014 to 2017. She also worked as a Project Manager for ten months in 2019 and as a Senior Project Manager from 2020 to 2021, gaining diverse experience in project management and performance coaching.
Education and Expertise
Melissa earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Sociology and Religion from Illinois Wesleyan University, where she studied from 2003 to 2007. Her educational background supports her expertise in leadership coaching, performance management, and technical writing management. She is also a registered Yoga Instructor with the Yoga Alliance (RYT-200), reflecting her commitment to personal development and wellness.
Non-Profit and Educational Background
Melissa has a strong background in education and non-profit program management. She was a Corps Member with Teach For America from 2007 to 2009 and worked as an English Language Arts and Special Education Teacher for the East Baton Rouge Parish School System from 2007 to 2011. Additionally, she served as the Training and Effectiveness Manager at TNTP from 2011 to 2013, where she focused on training and development initiatives.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Efforts
Melissa has been actively involved in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts throughout her career. Her experience in coaching and program management has equipped her with the skills to contribute to initiatives aimed at fostering inclusive environments within organizations.