Melissa Sanderson

Melissa Sanderson is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in the tourism and hospitality sectors. As the Regional Market Manager at Asilia Africa since March 2018, Melissa has enhanced guest services and market strategies. Prior to this, Melissa served as the Reservations and Digital Marketing Manager at iconVillas, where responsibilities included developing marketing strategies, managing social media channels, and overseeing reservations operations. Earlier experience includes freelance social media consulting, project management for online marketing with Classic Collection, and product management with Discover Africa Group. Melissa's background also includes significant roles at Europcar South Africa, where management of vast vehicle fleets and teams was essential. Melissa holds degrees from Rhodes University and the University of KwaZulu-Natal, focusing on Drama, Linguistics, Sociology, Legal Studies, and English.