Melissa Clark is a highly experienced criminal justice professional who has worked in various roles across multiple organizations. She has a Master's degree and a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice from Loyola University Chicago. Melissa is currently a Project Manager at the City of Chicago, where she oversees various projects aimed at improving public safety. Prior to this role, she was a Senior Information Analyst at the City of Chicago, a Senior Research Analyst at Troy Group Inc., and a Research Assistant at Loyola University Chicago.

Melissa's expertise lies in research and analysis, with a focus on criminal justice issues. She has also worked as an Intelligence Analyst intern at the Chicago High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA). Her experience in both the public and private sectors has equipped her with valuable skills and insights, which she utilizes to inform her current work as a Project Manager.