John Melleky

The Fiesta^® San Antonio Commission, which coordinates all planning activities to create Fiesta^® San Antonio, one of the nation’s premier festivals, announced the appointment of John R. Melleky, CFRE, as its new chief executive officer, effective Jan. 17.

“After a broad and comprehensive search, we’re delighted to welcome John in his new role,” said Evangelina Flores, Fiesta Commission president. “His experience in association management, nonprofit leadership, fundraising and event planning brings an energetic perspective to all aspects of the commission and the 100 participating member organizations we serve.

“John takes the reins at a time of great opportunity and growth for Fiesta^®San Antonio, and we look forward to his leadership in developing a strategic plan to help take Fiesta to a new and exciting level,”Flores added. “John looks forward to experiencing the spirit of Fiesta and becoming a part of his new San Antonio Fiesta Family.”

Before joining the Fiesta Commission, Melleky was president of 3fold consulting LLC, which provided association management and fundraising services for a variety of nonprofits . He was also the executive director of the Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologist Foundation inRichmond,Va.

While working with Veronica Whitehead & Co. as operations director, Melleky worked on conferences for Time Warner and MasterCard, and 10 years with the FORTUNE 500 Forum. He was also the operations director for Real Simple’s “Get Organized New York Tag Sale” inCentral Park, which raised money for the New York City Fund for Public Schools.

Melleky volunteered for 17 years with the Richmond Christmas Parade, including serving as chair from 2003 through 2007. Under his tenure, the 2007 Parade and Character Lunch were recognized with International Festival and Events Association Southeastern Institute’s Silver Kaleidoscope Award.

He earned a bachelor of science degree in business from theUniversityofRichmondand an MBA fromVirginiaCommonwealthUniversity.

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