1. Mel Ann B. Sullivan
688 Beasley Road·Millry, AL 36558
251.846.2020h·251.259.8125c·melann@millry.net
Temperament/Skill Set Summary
As a highly relational individual, I enjoy the dynamics of working with a team to accomplish results. My
tendency is toward visionary/strategic thinking. However, I enjoy being challenged to excel in the finer details
of any project. I believe this simple truth: People skills will take a person further in life than any other
acquired skill. My highest priority is to collaborate with and respect others on any level and in any given
environment. Being passionate about opportunities to which I commit, high energy and drive motivate me to a
results-oriented mindset. A recent personal temperament study (DISC) reveals some of the characteristics of a
dominant/influential style: persuasive, convincing, refreshing, spirited, positive, self-sacrificing, adaptable,
friendly, demonstrative, leader, bold, productive, mover.
Employment Experience
2000 to 2016 Marketing & Communications Director
Community Development/CRA Officer
Business Development Officer – Choctaw County
First US Bank, Thomasville, AL
NASDAQ Symbol: FUSB
$575 million in assets, 13 branches
1995 to 2000 Marketing Director
First Community Bank, Chatom, AL
$175 million in assets, 5 branches (during employment period)
1995 to 1997 Sales Representative
Crocker Services Group, Atlanta, GA
Competitive data services for the hospitality industry
1988 to 1995 Director of Sales & Marketing (’90 to ’95)
Sales Manager (’88 to ’90)
Temporary Assignments: Total Quality Implementation Team Member,
Corporate Trainer, Temporary DOSM at sister properties
Auburn University Hotel and Conference Center, Auburn, AL
1986 to 1988 Sales Manager, Banquet Sales Representative, and Reservations Manager
Sheraton Capstone Inn, Tuscaloosa, AL
Education
2007 Graduate, Samford University, Community Banking School
1986 Bachelor of Arts, University of Alabama, School of Communications
Major: Public Relations/Advertising; Minor: Human Resource Management
1983 Millry High School, Millry, AL

2. Areas of Expertise
Administration
project management, strategic planning, vendor management, business impact analysis, business
continuity/disaster recovery planning, team building/leadership, corporate communications, training,
media/press and investor relations, computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite), writing, editing
Community Development and Marketing
budget management/forecasting, website/intranet design and development, Community Reinvestment Act
(encompassing affordable housing, community services, economic development, and revitalization/stabilization
of neighborhoods), statistical reporting and annual self-assessments, product marketing
strategy/implementation, corporate branding/rebranding, public speaking, public relations, advertising, business
development, sales, fundraising, event planning
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Professional and Civic Highlights (past and present)
Board Positions Held:
AltaPointe Health Systems, Alabama Jump Start Coalition, , Washington County Chamber of Commerce,
Lifelines Counseling Services, Inc., United Way – Washington County, MetaPayment Solutions, Inc., Secret
Safe Place for Newborns
Leadership Positions Held:
Bank On South Alabama, Alabama Minority Business Opportunity Center, United Way of Southwest
Alabama, Calvary Baptist Church (Waynesboro, MS), Opelika Chamber of Commerce, City of Opelika Long-
Range Planning Task Force, Hospitality Sales and Marketing International (Chapter President, Alabama)
Other Highlights:
 Mover & Shaper (Choctaw County Spotlight, Business Alabama Magazine),
 Panelist/Speaker (Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta)
 Guest Instructor (Auburn University’s Hotel Management Program)
 Graduate (Leadership Washington County and Lee County)
 Certified Hospitality Sales Professional (America Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute)
 Rookie Director of Sales and Marketing of the Year (AIRCOA Hospitality Services, Inc.)
 Author, I Need a Better Friend, 1,500 copies sold since the book’s July 2016 release
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References
J. Tuerk Schlesinger, MBA
Chief Executive Officer
AltaPointe Health Systems
251.450.5901
ceo@altapointe.org
Larry V. Turner, Ed.D.
251.847.2394
Alton McRee, President/CEO
Fidelity Homestead Savings Bank
504.569.3418
mcreeak@aol.com
John Wild, President
Auburn-Opelika Convention & Visitors Bureau
334.887.8747
johnwild@aotourism.com
Shonda Sammons, Owner/Consultant
Advocate Builders, LLC
270.265.7284
shonda@advocatebuilders.com