Melissa Fortes Niemiec

Vice President, Brand at RUTH

Role
Vice President, Brand at Ruth
Location
La Grange, IL, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Melissa Fortes Niemiec

I am a communications leader with 12+ years of agency and in-house experience, leading integrated programs for global consumer, retail and financial services brands. My work spans strategy through execution across earned, owned and paid media to build reputation, trust and real business impact.I prioritize strong partnerships and people-first leadership - creating collaborative team environments where great work and great cultures grow together.

Experience

  1. Vice President, Brand

    Ruth

    Apr 2025 — Present

Education

  • Illinois State University

    Bachelor of Science - BS, Major: Public Relations, Minor: Civic Engagement and Responsibility

    2010 — 2014

  • Istituto Lorenzo de'​ Medici

    Florence, Italy

    2013

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