Melissa Alonso is a trilingual communications expert with over 15 years of experience leading strategic messaging, content development, and crisis response across industries including academia, urban development, retail, and broadcast journalism.

She is the Assistant Director of Communications at Georgia Tech’s College of Design, where she drives content strategy, social media, and storytelling efforts to elevate the College’s visibility and impact.

A two-time Emmy Award–winning former CNN editor, Melissa also led global education initiatives at Wichita State University and managed international communications for Dolmen, one of the world’s largest urban development firms.

Passionate about connecting with audiences through compelling stories, she brings creativity, clarity, and heart to every project. On weekends, you'll find her exploring with her son, chasing road trip sunsets, or enjoying movie nights at home.