Melissa Deserio
Harrisville, WV ***** • 304-***-**** • **********************@*****.***
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