Melody Bradford
Board of Directors; Program HostMelody Bradford is the host of Trailblazers, WDIY's weekly video podcast. She joined the Board of Directors for the Lehigh Valley Community Broadcasters Association in 2024.
Melody began her career on Madison Avenue in Manhattan, working for the internationally-renowned Young & Rubicam Advertising Agency in Corporate Communications and Account Management role. Since then, she has built a career in marketing, sales, economic development, and television production, with particular focus on helping businesses grow and thrive in the Lehigh Valley. She currently serves as a Relationship Manager for Members 1st Federal Credit Union, and before then worked with PBS39 and created and co-produced the EMMY award-winning show, Lehigh Valley Rising, whose focus was on businesses and leaders that are making an impact regionally and around the world. She's excited to be a part of the WDIY Board of Directors, working in service to the mission of the organization.
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Melody Bradford sits down with Richard Anderson, President and CEO of St. Luke's University Health Network, to explore his four decades of leadership. -
Melody Bradford welcomes Wayne Barz of Ben Franklin Technology Partners to explore what sets apart a successful business idea and his advice for founders. -
Melody Bradford is joined by Frances Brunelle, leader of one of the nation's top firms in the sale and acquisition of manufacturing companies. -
Melody Bradford talks with Workforce Board Lehigh Valley's Cathy Rychalsky about transferring her past experience to her new role in a growing region. -
Melody Bradford welcomes Chris Yarnell, founder of Battle Borne, a nonprofit serving veterans, first responders, and their families in times when they need it most. -
Melody Bradford is joined by Dr. Kristin Friel, OB/GYN with LVHN, to talk about the experiences that guided her to a career in caring for women. -
Melody Bradford sits down with BASD superintendent Dr. Jack Silva to talk about the evolution of the district, even during unprecedented challenges. -
Melody Bradford welcomes Tony DaRe, CEO of BSI Corporate Benefits, to talk about his mission to go beyond selling benefits and build trust. -
Melody Bradford is joined by Tonya Johnson of the Michael Ann and Saquon Barkley Hope Foundation to talk about building her own legacy alongside her famous athlete son. -
Melody Bradford sits down with Marci Lesko, CEO of the United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley, to talk about building a culture of growth and collaboration.
