Melissa Davis
Melissa Davis is a seasoned retail sales leader with extensive experience driving growth, building high-performing teams, and executing strategic business initiatives across major domestic consumer products and general merchandise distribution channels. Currently serving as Sr. National Sales Manager at Gibraltar Industries, she oversees $155 million in annual revenue, managing cross-functional teams, developing robust sales strategies, and fostering strong relationships with customers. Her leadership approach emphasizes data-driven decision-making, disciplined execution, and the alignment of organizational goals with measurable results.
Over the course of her career, Melissa has held executive and director-level roles at Hampton Products, Kittrich Corporation, and other industry-leading organizations, consistently delivering significant revenue growth and operational improvements. She has successfully built and motivated sales organizations, negotiated complex deals, and guided products from concept to market. Her expertise spans sales leadership, strategic business development, marketing, product management, and customer relationship management, with a proven ability to thrive in complex, high-volume operating environments.
Beyond her professional achievements, Melissa is deeply committed to mentorship and community involvement. She actively supports the local animal rescue organization Mostly Muds and brings a hands-on, problem-solving mindset to both her personal projects and professional initiatives. Known for her entrepreneurial spirit and collaborative approach, Melissa combines strategic vision with practical execution, inspiring her teams to achieve excellence while driving sustainable business growth.
• Walden University – Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
• Popeye Award (POP AI) – DAP
• President’s Award – Gibraltar Industries
• Mostly Mutts
• Mostly Mutts
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to understanding my customers, aligning cross-functional teams, and maintaining a relentless focus on long-term value and margin growth. Over my career, strategic planning, disciplined execution, and collaboration have been central to driving measurable results.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Mentorship has played a defining role in my career. One of my mentors, Rita Price, taught me that guidance goes beyond skills—it builds confidence, perspective, and resilience. I strongly believe in paying that forward by mentoring others.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Find a mentor. Seek guidance from someone with experience and perspective—they can accelerate your growth in ways formal education alone cannot.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Community involvement is a core value for me. I actively support friends and family—through time, resources, or knowledge—is integral to both professional and personal success. I also value curiosity, hands-on problem solving, and commitment, which I apply to both my personal projects and business challenges.