Melissa Poma

Melissa Poma

Vice President of Human Resources, Gibson Hotel Management, Inc.

Knoxville, TN 37932

Phone (865) 539-0588

Property Types
Hospitality
Bio
Melissa joined Gibson Hotel Management, Inc. in 2013 as Director of Human Resources, where she oversees compensation, benefits, training and development, and staffing for a workforce of over 600 employees across four states. She plays a key role in shaping the company’s HR strategy and supporting its operational growth. Prior to joining GHMI, Melissa served as Director of Employee Potential for a multi-state property management company, with locations in Tennessee, Georgia, Florida, Texas, and California. Her career in human resources began in the staffing industry, where she spent 12 years with Randstad USA, gaining extensive experience in talent acquisition and workforce development.
Education
East Tennessee State University- Bachelor of Science (BS), Elementary Education and Teaching