Samantha Melvin

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Chief Audit Executive at MarineMax

Clearwater, Florida, United States

Overview

Samantha Melvin serves as the Chief Audit Executive at MarineMax, where she leads the internal audit function with a focus on governance and enterprise risk. A University of South Florida graduate, she is described by peers as a talented and committed professional with strong integrity. She also holds a certification in Responsible AI.

Samantha is passionate about professional growth and mentorship. She actively contributes to her field by volunteering with the local IIA Chapter, where she dedicates her time to teaching data analytics to other professionals, demonstrating a commitment to helping others succeed.

She is a certified trainer for ACL, an automated audit tool, and is recognized for her top-notch technical skills in data analytics.

Personality Overview

Achievment Oriented

Decisive

Confident & Optimistic

They don’t mind taking a stand if they believe in something.  They usually prefer to drive the conversation. They respond well to objective pitches but also attach some value to relationships.

Topics They Care About

Data Analytics
Recognized for exceptional skills with automated audit tools like ACL and volunteers her time to teach the subject to other professionals.
Responsible AI
Recently completed a course on "Responsible AI: Principles and Practical Applications", showing an interest in emerging technologies and their ethical application.
Audit & Governance
As Chief Audit Executive, she provides independent, risk-based assurance and evaluates the effectiveness of governance and risk management for MarineMax.

Media Appearances

Samantha has no verified media appearances

Work History

3-2026
Chief Audit Executive at MarineMax
6-2022
Vice President Internal Audit at MarineMax
12-2017 - 6-2022
Senior Director Internal Audit at Marine Max
11-2011
Director of Internal Audit at Marine Max
8-2009 - 11-2011
Internal Audit Manager at Catalina Marketing

Education

1998 - 2002
Bachelor of Science (BS) from University of South Florida

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Insights For Selling To Samantha

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Get them to a point where they are ready to bat for your product internally
  • Focus on the big picture and the strategic value of your product
  • Look like someone who is on top of their game

DONT's

  • Don't be unorganized, be prepared for the pitch
  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine
  • Don’t keep repeating the same information, it could make them impatient

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Samantha is

  • Product value plays a big role, followed by relationship and a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Samantha

  • If they do not firmly believe in you, they will refuse without hesitation.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Samantha move?

  • They can take fast decisions if they develop conviction in the product and find you trustworthy.
  • Can Samantha take some risk or not?

  • They have the capability of taking risky decisions if necessary.

You And Samantha

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