Melissa Anthony
About Melissa Anthony
Melissa Anthony is a Senior People Experience professional currently working at ZestyAI, with a diverse background in marketing and human resources across several companies. She has a strong focus on talent management, employee communications, and fostering positive work environments.
Current Role at ZestyAI
Melissa Anthony currently serves as Senior People Experience at ZestyAI, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on enhancing employee engagement and fostering a positive workplace culture. Her expertise in People & Culture allows her to implement innovative strategies that support organizational goals and employee satisfaction.
Previous Experience at Harlequin
Melissa Anthony has a significant history with Harlequin, where she held multiple roles from 2011 to 2018. She began as a Marketing Coordinator for Core Series, then progressed to Assistant Product Manager for TEEN and Library Marketing, and later served as Brand & Product Manager for Carina Press. This experience provided her with a strong foundation in product management and marketing within the publishing industry.
Professional Background in Human Resources
Before her current role, Melissa worked at BlueCat as a Human Resources Coordinator from 2020 to 2023. In this capacity, she gained extensive experience in talent management and employee communications, particularly within the technology sector. Her background also includes a brief tenure at integrate.ai, where she served as a Candidate Success Coordinator and Assistant.
Educational Background
Melissa Anthony earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from McMaster University, studying from 2005 to 2008. She also holds several certificates from Humber College and Simon Fraser University in areas such as Creative Book Publishing, Strategic Marketing, and Copyediting and Writing. This educational background supports her diverse skill set in marketing, publishing, and human resources.
Skills and Expertise
Melissa is recognized for her ability to build strong, trusting relationships with executives, new hires, and internal employees. She is known for her forward-looking creative thinking in the field of People & Culture and has a proven track record in rolling out effective project management initiatives. Her dedication to fostering positive workspaces is complemented by her attention to detail.