Melissa T. Skolfield

Background

Skolfield, Melissa T. was born on June 25, 1958 in New Orleans.

Education

Bachelor in Economic and Behavioral Science, Rice University, 1980. Master of Arts in Public Affairs, George Washington University, 1986.

Career

Account executive McDaniel & Tate Public Relations, Houston, 1981-1984. Press secretary Republican Michael Andrews of Texas, 1985-1987. Press. secretary Senator Dale Bumpers of Arkansas, 1987-1993.

Deputy assistant secretary for public affairs for policy and strategy Department Health and Human Services, Washington, 1993-1995, assistant secretary public affairs, 1995—2001. Senior vice president, director healthcare practice group Golin/Harris International, 2001—2003. Communications counsel Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi United States House of Representatives, since 2003.

Achievements

• Melissa T. Skolfield has been listed as a noteworthy Government official by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Press assistant Democratic National Committee, Democratic National Convention, 1988, Clinton President Campaign, Democratic National Committee, 1992. Member Senate Press Secretaries Association (president), Association Democratic Press Assistants, Public Relations Society of America.

Connections

Married Frank W. Curtis.

Spouse:

Frank W. Curtis.