Woman of the Week – Melinda Gloriosa

Here at Executive Elements, we like to feature fantastic women we think you should know. Some of these women are clients, some are friends, some are women we’ve only just met. But they all have this in common: they are dynamic, interesting women who have agreed to share with us their insights and secrets to success.

My Name:
Melinda Gloriosa

My Current Job/Company:
Program Manager- WillowWorks

My Work:
I help companies prove, refine and fund ideas for the marketplace.

My Passion:
My family, my church family, and making a difference in the world.

My Family:
Tony (Amazing Husband), Rachael (Daughter- 7), Michael (Son – 5), Ava (Daughter-4). They keep me on my toes!

My Hero or Heroes:
People who take lemons and make lemonade, people who don’t let others extinguish their flame.

My Escape:
Quiet time with wine and a movie. Laughing and having fun with my kids.

My Pet Peeve:
Negative people, people who appear to get things without doing the effort and clingy people.

My Indulgence:
Candy (especially chocolate).

My Roots:
Small hometown values, encouragement to pursue dreams and special family moments.

My Future:
Limitless, upward trajectory and passion projects.

My Favorite Quote:
“Good things come in small packages.”

My Accessory:
Jewelry, rings.

My advice to Young Women:
Find what really matters to you and ensure your life is focused on that. It is OK to say NO to things (and people)!

How I Balance it All:
Planning to plan, endless lists, organization! And of course, patience from others.