Melissa Keeley has served as the Executive Director of REACH Studio Art Center, a nonprofit community art center located in Lansing’s REO Town, since 2023. In this role, she is committed to expanding access to the arts and creating inclusive, creative opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds. With a foundation in arts administration and development, Melissa previously served as Director of Development at Lansing Christian School and worked in Major Gifts at the Wexner Center for the Arts in Ohio. She is also a photographer whose work has been exhibited throughout the Midwest, reflecting her deep appreciation for storytelling and visual culture.

Melissa holds degrees from Calvin University and The Ohio State University and has called Lansing, MI home for over 16 years. Her work is guided by a deep belief in the power of the arts to inspire, educate, and build community.