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ABOUT

As an accomplished marketing, branding and communications professional, Melanie Cannon has over two decades of experience in data-driven strategies, corporate identities, creative advertising and compelling storytelling. 

Currently, Melanie serves as the Senior Director of Marketing and Public Relations at KLH Engineers, a national leader in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and technology engineering. She oversees the firm’s marketing and communication strategies, driving brand visibility and promoting KLH’s diverse portfolio of services and subsidiaries.

With a passion for volunteerism, Melanie actively contributes to professional organizations, holding board positions with the Greater Cincinnati Society for Marketing Professional Services (GCSMPS) and the Design-Build Institute of America Ohio Valley Region (DBIA OVR). Recognized for her outstanding contributions, she was honored as the GCSMPS Member of the Year in 2023.

Melanie earned a Master of Science in Marketing from the University of Cincinnati and a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design from the College of Mount St. Joseph, blending creative vision and strategic expertise.

EXPERIENCE

KLH Engineers

Sr. Director of Marketing & Public Relations
April 2022 – Present

Director of Marketing & Public Relations
June 2018 – April 2022

Landrum & Brown

Director of Corporate Communications & Branding
May 2017 – June 2018

Marketing Manager, Americas
Sept. 2015 – May 2017

University of Cincinnati College of Nursing

Assistant Director of Marketing & Publications
Nov. 2011 – Sept. 2015

University of Cincinnati College of Arts & Sciences

Marketing & Promotions Coordinator
July 2009 – Nov. 2011

Senior Graphic Designer
July 2007 – July 2009

Graphic Designer
Jan. 2005 – July 2007

Furniture Fair

Graphic Designer
Aug. 2002 – Sept. 2004

AFFILIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS

Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) Greater Cincinnati

2024-2025 Board Member, Education Chair

2023-2024 Board Member, Programs Chair

2023 Member of the Year

2022-2023 Programs Co-Chair

Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) Ohio Valley Region

2025 Board Member, Secretary

2023-2024 Board Member, PR/Newsletter Chair

March of Dimes, Cincinnati, OH

Executive Leadership Team, 2024 Signature Chefs Gala

Melanie Cannon

Melanie Cannon

BA Graphic Design, MS Marketing