About Melissa
Melissa Owens was raised in Stark County and moved to the North Canton community when starting a family. Her son is a 2020 Hoover High School graduate and current Walsh Cavalier. Melissa holds a BA in Organizational Development & Leadership from Walsh University and serves as a board member on the Walsh Alumni Board. Outside of City Council, she works for Williams, a natural gas midstream company, supporting leaders & teams across Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. Melissa and her husband Nick have three adult children and love hosting family gatherings in their Ward 3 home.
Member Owens currently serves as chairperson of the Street and Alley Committee.
Education & Professional Development
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Walsh University
BA Organizational Development & Leadership
Current Alumni Board Member
Mother of a current Walsh Cavalier -
Lean 6 Sigma Green Belt
Certification from the Akron Children’s Hospital Center for Operational Excellence
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Leadership Stark County
Graduate of the LSC Signature Program, 35th Class (the best class)
Business Process Analyst - Williams
In my current role at Williams, I work with leaders & teams, helping them solve problems and thrive.
My individualized approach is rooted in respect for people, seeking to harnesses the power of the information around us and empower leaders and teams to achieve successful business outcomes.
Past Career
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Akron Canton Regional Foodbank:
I was proud to lead this amazing team of folks who were committed to ending hunger in our community.
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Manager, Distribution & Continuous Improvement
My son Sean, sorting food during his summer break from school in the Volunteer Center.
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Family
Nick & Melissa have three adult children and host many family gatherings in their North Canton home.
“Family is so important to us and we are very proud of our children.”
Pictured in the Christmas card photo below:
son, Austin Owens / future son-in-law Ben Geitgey / daughter, Natalie Owens / Nick & Melissa Owens / son, Sean Link
