Mel Clements is a seasoned marketing and sales strategy professional with extensive experience across multiple industries. Currently serving as Vice President of Sales Strategy at Essence Communications Inc. since October 2022, Clements previously held significant roles including Vice President of Creative at Marriott International, where leadership involved managing a large team and overseeing global advertising and marketing initiatives for over 30 hotel brands. At Mastercard, as Vice President of Global Digital Marketing, Clements directed digital strategies and major marketing campaigns for prominent global sponsorships. Additional notable positions include Vice President of Branded Entertainment at 20th Century Fox, Creative Experiences Director at Microsoft, Senior Marketing Manager at Qualcomm, Advertising and Digital Manager for Basketball at Nike, and Senior Brand Manager at The Coca-Cola Company. Clements holds a BA in Political Science from Emory University.