6-18-14 fdl area association of commerce names vice president

The Fond du Lac Area Association of Commerce has announced Melissa Worthington as the Association’s Vice President.  "I am honored and excited about being selected as the Vice President for the Fond du Lac Area Association of Commerce,” said Worthington.  “I will be joining an effective organization that plays a critical role in the advancement of the Fond du Lac community.  I am eager to get started working with the board, volunteers and staff to promote business and the community."   As Vice President, Worthington will assist in the direction of all aspects of the Association and will produce and administer the program of work for Project Forward Fond du Lac – a division of the Association of Commerce which addresses issues impacting workforce development, attraction and retention in the Fond du Lac community.  “Melissa brings with her over 15 years of experience and success in the fields of marketing, leadership and strategic advancement,” stated Joe Reitemeier, President and CEO of the Fond du Lac Area Association of Commerce. “We are pleased to welcome her and to begin building upon the success this Association has already experienced.”   Worthington previously served as Director of Marketing and Communications at Moraine Park Technical College where she developed and managed numerous strategic plans and development initiatives.  Her expertise in creative services, public relations, social media, marketing, advertising and recruitment added significantly to institutional growth and advancement.