Melissa Mathews is the founder of Spring Green Communications.

Melissa has worked in journalism and communications for more than two decades, including as an international news producer and editor, and as a NASA public affairs officer and spokesperson. At Spring Green, she led an in-demand team advising leaders in business, government and the nonprofit sector on communications strategy.

Melissa founded one of the industry’s first fully remote, globally distributed agencies. She has been an advocate for work flexibility that enables more parents, diplomatic and military spouses and caregivers to participate fully in professional life. Her leadership on this issue led to her being named as one of Ragan’s Top Women in Communications in 2022.

A collaborative leader, Melissa builds strong relationships with her team and often serves in a confidante role with clients. As a lifelong learner, she’s currently working toward graduate credentials through Harvard Extension School. Melissa is married to a U.S. diplomat and has three kids, a Jordanian street cat and a Louisiana-born mutt. She has lived in the U.K., Japan, Guatemala, Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Austria.

As of January 2025, Melissa stepped back from leadership and ownership of Spring Green and is continuing to support clients. Connect with her today.