Bio

As the HIPAA Compliance Officer, Melissa oversees all ongoing activities related to the development, implementation, and maintenance of privacy and information security for the Veterans Commission in accordance with state and federal requirements. Melissa is responsible for the daily operations of the program, including policy management, monitoring and auditing program compliance, investigating and tracking incidents and breaches, and ensuring veterans’ rights are in compliance with state and federal laws. Melissa has worked for the Missouri Veterans Commission for six years, and holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Missouri State University and a Master of Business Administration from William Woods University.