WILMA’s Leadersip Institute: Meet Britney Melvin
Snapshot of this year's Leadership Institute members
WILMA’s 2024 Leadership Institute, an annual nine-month program, gives area women the opportunity to learn from leaders in the region, visit a range of local companies, and serve as each others’ personal board of directors.
The program is part of WILMA’s Women to Watch Leadership Initiative, created to help develop more women leaders in our area.
Meet institute member BRITNEY MELVIN.
Britney Melvin
Title: Community Risk Reduction Coordinator
Company: New Hanover County Fire and Rescue
How long have you been with your current employer? 7 Years
Alma Mater: University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Prior career experience: I was previously a Public Health Educator at Robeson County Health Department in Lumberton, NC.
Current job responsibilities: I develop and execute strategies aimed at reducing health and safety risks within the community by implementing educational programs and establishing partnerships. I also use data-driven methods to strategically address community needs to enhance overall community well-being and safety.
Hobbies: Listening to personal and professional development audio books, crafting, taking walks, spending time with my three daughters, and motivating women (specifically moms) to prioritize self-care.
To learn more about WILMA’s Leadership Institute and Initiative, go to wilmamag.com/women-to-watch.
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