Melinda M. Ballard

Background

Ballard, Melinda M. was born on April 21, 1951 in Houston, Texas, United States.

Education

Bachelor, New York University, 1971; Master of Business Administration, New York University, 1973; Doctor of Philosophy, Columbia University, 1975.

Career

Vice president communications United Brands Company, 1975-1978. Vice president marketing and communications Oscar de la Renta Ltd., 1978-1980. President, Chief Executive Officer Ficom International Inc., 1980-1989.

President Ficom/Ruder Finn, 1989. Managing director Investment Resources International, Ruder Finn, 1989-1992. Founder, president MBP Interest Inc., Austin, Texas, since 1992.

Achievements

• Melinda M. Ballard has been listed as a noteworthy public relations executive by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Member IABC, National Council Real Estate Investment Fiduciaries, Urban Land Association.