Melissa
McCoy
Manager of Public Affairs & Communications
Salina Airport Authority
As
the manager of public affairs and communications, Melissa
McCoy acts as a liaison between the Salina Airport Authority
and its communities to increase the visibility of the
Authority's features and resources among industry decision
makers, site selectors and the community at large.
Melissa joined the Authority staff after serving four years
in the Marine Corps. As a public affairs and media
relations noncommissioned officer, she wrote and edited two
command newspapers. Her work has been published
in national magazines and television broadcasts. Her
experience in media relations includes work with the History
Channel, three major air shows, concerts including the Charlie
Daniels Band and a presidential base visit.
Melissa earned her associate degree from Fort Hays State
University and is currently working toward a Bachelor of
Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in
Marketing from Kansas State University.
Melissa is committed to growing jobs and business at the
Salina Airport Authority and is instrumental in attracting new
companies to locate at the Salina Airport Industrial Center.
She is responsible for publishing a monthly newsletter,
conducting airport tours and handling special events for the
Authority. She manages media relations through advisories,
press releases and news conferences, as well as maintaining
open communication with media outlets.
Melissa has participated in the following organizations:
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Military
Affairs Council
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AMBUCS Noon
Network
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Leadership
Salina, Class of 2009
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MCAS New River
Enlisted Club Advisory Board president
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Hope for the
Warriors
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Single Marine
Program
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Marine Corps
League
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Big Brothers,
Big Sisters
