Melissa Lauer

Melissa Lauer is a seasoned IT professional with extensive experience in health information technology and management. Currently serving as Senior Manager of IT at Mattel, Inc., Melissa previously held key roles including Senior Agency Information Technology Manager at the Rhode Island Department of Health, where responsibilities encompassed overseeing IT efforts for the COVID-19 pandemic response and modernizing legacy systems. Previous positions include Health Information Technology Specialist at the RI Executive Office of Health and Human Services and Public Health Informatics Coordinator at the Rhode Island Department of Health. Additionally, Melissa has worked as Health Analytics Manager and Owner of a mobile vending business, highlighting a diverse skill set in project management, vendor relations, and strategic planning. Melissa holds a Master's Degree in Public Administration from Northeastern University and a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture from Virginia Tech.