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Hi, I’m Melissa Teten, a Social Media Manager and community-builder with 10+ years of experience designing high-impact, relationship-driven experiences for professional and mission-driven organizations. I translate big ideas into well-executed programs that strengthen engagement, build trust, and drive meaningful outcomes. I blend creative vision with strong interpersonal skills to lead stakeholders, facilitate impactful conversations, and deliver experiences that align with an organization’s mission, culture, and future goals.…Hi, I’m Melissa Teten, a Social Media Manager and community-builder with 10+ years of experience designing high-impact, relationship-driven experiences for professional and mission-driven organizations. I translate big ideas into well-executed programs that strengthen engagement, build trust, and drive meaningful outcomes. I blend creative vision with strong interpersonal skills to lead stakeholders, facilitate impactful conversations, and deliver experiences that align with an organization’s mission, culture, and future goals.

Melissa Teten

Social Media Manager, Community Manager, Creative Producer, +3

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Hi, I’m Melissa Teten, a Social Media Manager and community-builder with 10+ years of experience designing high-impact, relationship-driven experiences for professional and mission-driven organizations. I translate big ideas into well-executed programs that strengthen engagement, build trust, and drive meaningful outcomes. I blend creative vision with strong interpersonal skills to lead stakeholders, facilitate impactful conversations, and deliver experiences that align with an organization’s mission, culture, and future goals.…Hi, I’m Melissa Teten, a Social Media Manager and community-builder with 10+ years of experience designing high-impact, relationship-driven experiences for professional and mission-driven organizations. I translate big ideas into well-executed programs that strengthen engagement, build trust, and drive meaningful outcomes. I blend creative vision with strong interpersonal skills to lead stakeholders, facilitate impactful conversations, and deliver experiences that align with an organization’s mission, culture, and future goals.

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Hi, I’m Melissa Teten, a Social Media Manager and community-builder with 10+ years of experience designing high-impact, relationship-driven experiences for professional and mission-driven organizations. I translate big ideas into well-executed programs that strengthen engagement, build trust, and drive meaningful outcomes.

I blend creative vision with strong interpersonal skills to lead stakeholders, facilitate impactful conversations, and deliver experiences that align with an organization’s mission, culture, and future goals.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Mentor, Community Leader at The Navigators

January 1, 2006 - Present

Long-term mentor and facilitator supporting leadership development, group dynamics, and personal growth within collegiate communities; led small-group discussions, retreats, and programs centered on values-based leadership and relationship building.

Alumni Coordinator, Event Facilitator at The Navigators

January 1, 2024 - Present

Designed and facilitated intentional gatherings that supported community building and strategic dialogue; created guided conversation frameworks to increase participation and trust among diverse groups; advised leaders on program flow, space design, and experience strategy to ensure events met cultural and organizational objectives.

Owner at Picnic Party Jacksonville

January 1, 2021 - Present

Founded and led an experiential events business specializing in curated, high-touch gatherings that strengthen relationships, elevate brand presence, and create memorable guest experiences; responsible for end-to-end event strategy, client partnerships, creative direction, and operational execution across a high volume of custom events.