Jamie Melvin

Jamie grew up in Northern Virginia, and she began to call Virginia Beach home in 2022. Like many transplants, she fell in love with the area’s beautiful waterways and coastline. Growing up, Jamie spent her free time in the woods behind her childhood home, visiting family along the coast of Maine, and spending summers frolicking through Japan’s natural areas. Passionate about the importance of community relations and community action, Jamie has a bachelor’s degree in Environmental and Sustainability Studies and a master’s degree in Environmental Science and Advocacy for Social Justice and Sustainability. She has over 9 years of engagement and education experience with the Fairfax County Park Authority and Virginia Beach Friends School, where she taught First Grade and is currently their Co-Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. When not working, you will most likely find Jamie at a local farmers market, thrift shop, sitting on the beach or reading a good book.