Melissa Marini joined Churchill in 2024 and is currently a Vice President of Operations responsible for overseeing due diligence and closing functions for Churchill’s Origination team. Melissa’s responsibilities include optimizing operational processes to support strategic decision-making. Prior to joining Churchill, Melissa held key leadership positions at both Flagstar Bank and Wells Fargo Securities, where she managed warehouse facilities of nearly $900 million and honed her expertise in risk mitigation and operational efficiency. Melissa received a B.S. in Business from Marian University and will complete an M.B.A. in Business Administration from Columbia Southern University in 2024.