Melissa Scheel
About Melissa Scheel
Melissa Scheel serves as the Director of UX Content Design at Thomson Reuters, where she has successfully led business-focused projects in the legal services industry. With a strong background in project management and team leadership, she has consistently achieved high client retention rates and created operational efficiencies.
Current Role as Director of UX Content Design
Melissa Scheel currently serves as the Director of UX Content Design at Thomson Reuters, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on enhancing user experience through effective content strategies. Her leadership in UX content design is aimed at improving client engagement and satisfaction within the legal services sector.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Melissa Scheel has held multiple roles at Thomson Reuters, contributing significantly to various departments. She began as a Project Manager in 2007 and progressed through roles such as Senior Project Manager and Team Lead in Project Management and Digital Marketing Strategists. She also served as Manager of Paid Social & Content Strategy and Director of Findlaw Digital Solutions before her current position. Her tenure at Thomson Reuters spans over a decade, showcasing her extensive experience in project management and content strategy.
Education and Expertise
Melissa Scheel earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Speech Communications from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, where she studied from 2003 to 2005. Prior to that, she completed an Associate of Arts degree at Century College from 2000 to 2003. Her educational background supports her strong skills in communication, coaching, and customer relationship management, which are essential in her roles within the legal services industry.
Background in Legal Services Industry
Melissa Scheel has a history of driving business-focused projects within the legal services industry. She has successfully managed teams to achieve high client retention rates over multiple years. Additionally, she has a proven track record of creating efficiencies across various operations departments, demonstrating her ability to enhance organizational performance.
Previous Experience and Roles
Before her current role, Melissa Scheel worked at Hoffman Communications as a Project Manager and at StayWell as a Senior Project Manager in the Operations Business Office. Her diverse experience in project management and strategic roles has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of business operations and client needs.