Melissa Deserio

Harrisville, WV ***** • 304-***-**** • ad4v6s@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Summary

Visionary leader and entrepreneurial marketing guru, with a solid track record from founding Joy Today Ministries to directing Clear Recovery Center, I excel in team building, public speaking, and crisis management, leveraging interpersonal skills to exceed goals and drive organizational success. Faithful worker with experience in providing spiritual guidance and counseling to individuals, families, and communities. Demonstrated ability to develop meaningful programs and activities for youth and other congregants, as well as effectively manage administrative responsibilities. Skilled in addressing challenging issues and creating a safe and welcoming atmosphere for all.

Experience

Addiction Breaking Minister & Coach (Volunteer), 03/2023 - Present

Clear Recovery Center - Parkersburg

Business Marketing C.E.O/Owner, 03/2017 - Present

Breakthrough Marketing Strategies

Founding Director & C.E.O, President, 01/2017 - Present

Joy Today Ministries, Inc. - Harrisville

Executive Life Start up & Clarity Coach

Joy Today Ministries, Inc. - Parkersburg

Delivered spiritual messages and sermons in an engaging manner that resonated with congregants

Taught weekly Bible study classes to help members deepen their faith understanding

Assisted in resolving conflicts between members through mediation techniques

Mentored young adults on life choices and decisions from a biblical perspective

Developed and implemented strategies to increase congregation engagement

Provided pastoral counseling services to individuals facing personal challenges or crises

Prepared and delivered sermons and other talks

Counseled individuals or groups concerning spiritual, emotional, or personal needs

Prayed and promoted spirituality.

Estee Lauder Supervisor, 06/2017 - 01/2018

Elder Beerman - Vienna

Evening Store Manager/Store Manager/Supervisor of Operations, 01/2013 - 12/2014

Tudor's Biscuit World - Ravenswood

Store Manager/Supervisor, 10/2010 - 11/2013

Par Mar Oil Company #21 - Harrisville

Cellular Store Owner/Supervisor, 01/2002 - 12/2010

AT&T/Missy's Cellular Store - St. Marys

Cellular Store Owner/Supervisor, 12/1996 - 12/2010

Cellular One/AT&T - US, Parkersburg

Education

Business Administration And Management: 01/2001

Glenville State College - WV

Medical Assisting/Transcription: 01/2001

Washington County Career Center-Adult Technical Training - OH

Nursing Administration/CNA: 01/2001

PRT-Vo Tech Center - WV

Skills

Account management

Sales management, leadership and supervisor experience

Excellent customer service and communications skills

Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point

Dedicated team player, positive, encouraging

Strong presentation skills, time management, public relations

Payroll and scheduling experience

Team Training

Schedule Oversight

Team Development

Program Leadership

Crisis Management

Conflict Resolution

Fundraising Abilities

Interpersonal Communication

Event Planning

Problem Solving

Project Management

Public Relations

Time Management

Policy Development

Team Building

Volunteer Coordination

Staff Supervision

Strategic Leadership

Public Speaking

Decision-Making

Team Collaboration

Goal Setting

Individual Counseling

Website, Portfolio and Profiles

https://joytodayministries.org

Awards

Honoree of The Presidential Global Top Leader & Volunteer Hero Award, Featured in The Presidential Global Top Leaders Magazine

Chosen as one of Top 25 Most Inspiring Woman on The Planet with Dr. Sylvia Cole & Featured in The Called 2 Inspire Magazine

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