Melissa Stango

How did you get started with Salesforce?

I began my career as a fourth grade teacher, and later had the opportunity to transition into a role as a lead Salesforce Trainer with a small consulting partner in the Financial Services space.

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What’s your favorite thing about building solutions with Salesforce?

My favorite thing about building Salesforce solutions is the collaboration I get to foster along the way to develop effective solutions that improve a company’s day-to-day operations.

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What energizes you at work?

The people around me! Having a great team of people to work along side me is what truly motivates me.

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Name a work achievement you are proud of.

I am proud of the trust I have built across my team and client base. When roadblocks arise on a project, that foundation makes solving for challenges much easier.

Who or what inspires you?

People who show up authentically and lead with kindness inspire me every day.

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What’s one thing you recently learned or are learning now?

I am in the early stages of teaching myself how to make a quilt out of old T-shirts. (Wish me luck!)

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What three words would your friends use to describe you?

Thoughtful, Dependable, Caring

What's something you love about where you live?

I love that I still live surrounded by friends and family

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What could we find you doing outside of work?

Definitely reading, walking my dogs, or exploring something new (visiting a new town, exploring an antique shop, finding a new coffee spot)

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What trend do you hope makes a comeback?

I would have to say living more in the moment, and spending less time on devices-- I am working on this one!

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What’s your go-to karaoke song?

Any song by Zach Bryan or Dave Matthews