Melissa Thone
Public Health Leader | Emergency Preparedness | Planetary Health & Infection Prevention Expert | Healthcare Sustainability Advocate | National Speaker
- Role
- Program Supervisor- Emergency Preparedness & Climate Health at Ramsey County Public Health
- Location
- Minneapolis, MN, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Melissa Thone
Public health leader advancing climate resilience, infectious disease preparedness, and…
Experience
Program Supervisor- Emergency Preparedness & Climate Health
Jun 2025 — Present
In this role, I lead efforts to support our community’s ongoing recovery from COVID-19, ensure Ramsey County staff are prepared to respond to emergencies, and guide our work with emergency management and community partners to strengthen and integrate public health emergency plans. I also oversee the integration of our Climate Health team with Emergency Preparedness and Response, advancing strategies that build resilience to climate-related health risks and ensure our community is ready for both current and emerging public health challenges.
Education
St. Mary's University College
Study Abroad Program
2004 — 2004
St. Catherine University
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Nursing
2010 — 2013
University of Minnesota
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Health Innovation & Leadership
2021
School of Environmental Studies
High School Diploma, Environmental Science
1999 — 2001
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Mass Communications with an emphasis in Public Relations
2001 — 2005
University of Minnesota
Certificate, Healthcare Design and Innovation
University of Minnesota
Master of Public Health - MPH
Eagan High School
High School Diploma
1997 — 2001
St. Catherine University
Bachelor of Science, Nursing
2017 — 2018
Skills
- Event Planning
- Nursing Process
- Nonprofits
- Leadership Development
- Fundraising
- Philanthropy
- Healthcare
- Medical/Surgical
- Public Relations
- Strategic Communications
- Nursing Care
- Training
- Nursing
- Relationship Management
- Leadership
- Non-Profits
- Event Management
- Community Outreach
- Community Development
- Public Speaking
- Marketing
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