Melinda Parrish Snare is an accomplished plus size model and content strategist with extensive experience in the fashion and communications industries. Currently affiliated with Ford Models and TRUE Model Management, Melinda specializes in various forms of modeling, including print, editorial, and runway for clients in New York City and Washington, D.C. As a contributing writer for The Huffington Post and Women's Running Magazine, Melinda addresses issues related to women's bodies and experiences as a plus size model. Melinda works as the CEO of Mel Parrish, LLC, providing creative communications consultancy, and has a background in program and logistics management from roles at Cowan & Associates, Inc., and Maga Design, where significant contributions to the Navy ERP program were made. Melinda holds a Bachelor of Science degree in English from the United States Naval Academy, earned in 2007.