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Melissa Lucas, MPA, is an experienced professional with a diverse background in nonprofit management and communication. Currently, Melissa serves as Co-Owner of Artist Collaboration Experience since March 2023 and as Executive Assistant at the Asian Youth Center since March 2021, where responsibilities include supporting senior management and facilitating executive office operations. Prior experience includes roles such as Development Associate and Classroom Coordinator at the Bresee Foundation, where Melissa managed educational programs and community engagement initiatives. Earlier positions involved customer service at Nordstrom, communications with clients at Classic Parking, and educational roles, including ESL tutoring and STEM instruction. Melissa holds a Master of Public Administration from California State University, Los Angeles, and a Bachelor's Degree in Communication, complemented by an Associate of Arts in Communication and Media Studies.