Melanie Cook is a C-suite executive, former SEC corporate attorney, and management consultant with over 20 years of experience in corporate and government environments. In the boardroom, Melanie combines the unique ability to assess foundational problems, including access to capital and expanding into new markets, and facilitates strategic decision-making. Melanie was recognized as an Equilar/NASDAQ Top 50 Diverse Board Candidate and was selected as an Ernst and Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2024 Southeast finalist.She is also the CEO of VMG’s subsidiary ASAP Talent Services. ASAP is nationally known as a strong talent acquisition partner for some of the world's leading brands. Named as one of Forbes 2023 Best Executive Recruiting Firms, we are experts in SAP, cybersecurity consulting, staffing, and executive search. Melanie currently serves on the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship board at Georgia College and State University and Harvard Law School Black Alumni Network. She formerly served as the Chairperson of the Fulton County Landbank Authority, the board of directors for Georgia College and State University, the Emory University Rollins School of Public Health Community Advisory Board, the Board of Directors for Community Health Charities of Georgia, and the board of directors for the National Black MBA Association, Atlanta Chapter.She is a mariner and burgeoning golfer. She loves red wine and sports cars.