Charles Melton is an energetic government relations and communications professional with a decade of experience. He has excelled in managing executive communications for elected officials and the President of the University of California, demonstrating proficiency in articulating complex issues, especially in the realms of technology and public policy. Charles specializes in strategic communication, writing, public policy advocacy strategy, publication development, external relations, government relations, partnership building, event planning, and social media engagement.

Charles Melton pursued a Professional Certificate in Marketing from the University of California, Berkeley Extension and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of California, Davis.

With a strong background in government relations and communications, Charles served as the Senior Public Policy Manager at Turo and previously held positions such as Director of Tax Policy and Government Relations at Silicon Valley Leadership Group, Legislative and Communications Coordinator at the University of California, Legislative Assistant at the Office of Congressman Jeff Denham, and Legislative Assistant/Legislative Correspondent at the Office of Congressman George Radanovich.