Melisa Paul

About Melisa Paul

Presently leads the development and implementation of Agribusiness Council of Greater Spokane Inc. to assure a robust agricultural economy for our region. Responsible for complete operational implementation and revenue generation for Spokane Ag Expo and Pacific Northwest Farm Forum, one of the largest farm shows in North America. Previously served as an accomplished junior executive with eight years of ardent leadership experience and has an outstanding record for effectively managing and administering corporate services to develop policies and systems. Reliably organized and mission focused to establish areas of cost reduction and efficiency, including the preservation of budgets and financial analysis. Extensive experience continuing and advancing leadership educational programs while continually finding opportunities to maintain and cultivate relationships. Proficient with technology, the execution of marketing campaigns and rewarding fund and friend raising events. Practical leader with a reputation of managing staff, boards, committees, councils, network relations and volunteers with high-level of professionalism, collaboration, organization and grace to achieve desired outcomes.

Experience

1. Director, Spokane Ag Expo and Agribusiness Council

   Greater Spokane Incorporated

   Oct 2018 — Present

   Leads the development and implementation of agribusiness programs and planning to ensure a robust agricultural economy for our region. Responsible for implementation and revenue generation through the successful delivery of the Spokane Ag Expo and Pacific Northwest Farm Forum.

Education

• Rockwell Institue

  Real Estate

• Spokane Falls Community College

  Business