Before joining Genex, Melissa Sandbothe Sylvia was an experienced educator with over 30 years in the field. Melissa dedicated almost 20 years to the Kirkwood R-7 School District, where she served as Director of Early Childhood Special Education, Principal of the Kirkwood Early Childhood Center, and ultimately retired as the district’s Director of Special Programs.
Melissa enjoys spending time with her husband, Robert, boating and golfing at their Lake of the Ozark's home. Above all, Melissa cherishes her role as “Mimi” to her growing family, as her six children begin to raise families of their own.