Melissa Hawkins
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Melissa's legacy is one of optimizing the human mind, body, and spirit, for
greatness.
A seasoned Physical Therapist with a specialization in sports medicine,
orthopedic trauma, and the tactical athlete, Melissa has spent her entire adult life
dedicated to enhancing the human body through injury prevention, rehabilitation,
and human performance enhancement.
Her career took an extraordinary turn when she served, and subsequently retired
from, the Marine Corps Reserve. Her last assignment as the Senior Enlisted
Advisor for the Human Performance Branch allowed her to combine her two
careers and play a pivotal role in optimizing the well being and performance of
the men and women of the United States Marine Corps. Her commitment to
ensuring that Marines not only operated at their peak physical condition, but also
that of mental resilience, cognitive enhancement, and holistic well-being,
solidified her reputation as a true advocate for human performance optimization.
Continuing her mission to push the boundaries of human capability, Melissa now
works with the Optimizing the Human Weapon System program, where she
utilizes her expertise to enhance the lethality and capabilities of today’s
warfighters. Her work in this groundbreaking field is reshaping how we approach
the future fight.
With a keen understanding of the human body and a commitment to excellence,
her tireless efforts continue to impact the lives of servicemen and women, as her
commitment to those who serve, remains her top priority.
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