Melanie Granado, Cmp
About Melanie Granado, Cmp
Melanie Granado serves as the Vice President of Convention Center Sales and Operations at Oak View Group, where she has worked since 2023. With extensive experience in sales and marketing within the hospitality industry, she has held various roles, including Senior Sales Manager and Convention Sales Manager, and is actively involved in community organizations.
Current Role at Oak View Group
Melanie Granado serves as the Vice President of Convention Center Sales and Operations at Oak View Group. She has held this position since 2023 and is responsible for overseeing sales and operational strategies for convention centers. Her role involves coordinating events and ensuring effective management of resources to enhance the overall experience for clients and attendees.
Previous Experience at Oak View Group
Prior to her current role, Melanie Granado worked at Oak View Group in various capacities. She served as a Senior Sales Manager for four months in 2022 and as a Convention Sales Manager for one year from 2021 to 2022, both based in Corpus Christi, Texas. In these roles, she focused on developing sales strategies and managing client relationships to drive convention bookings.
Sales and Marketing Background
Melanie Granado has a diverse background in sales and marketing. She worked as the Director of Sales and Marketing at Hurricane Alley Waterpark from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, she held the position of Catering Sales Manager at Spectra by Comcast Spectacor from 2014 to 2018, where she managed catering services and client engagements for events at the Solomon P. Ortiz Center.
Board Membership and Community Involvement
Melanie Granado is actively involved in community service and leadership. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas in Corpus Christi as the Marketing Chair. She is also an active member of the Junior League of Corpus Christi and participates in the Texas Society of Association Executives, contributing to various initiatives that support local businesses and community development.
Certifications and Professional Affiliations
Melanie Granado holds a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) certification, which underscores her expertise in event planning and management. She is a member of the Leadership Corpus Christi Alumni Association, having completed Class 48, and is involved with the Young Business Professionals of the Coastal Bend. Her professional affiliations reflect her commitment to continuous learning and networking within the industry.