Melanie Quon, CQA, CMQ/OE, PMP, is an accomplished leader in compliance, quality improvement, and organizational development with over 15 years of experience spanning healthcare, nonprofit, and educational sectors. She currently serves as the Director of Compliance and Privacy Officer at Hawaii Dental Service, where she leads enterprise-wide efforts to ensure adherence to regulatory standards, mitigate risks, and foster a culture of ethical excellence.

Prior to joining HDS, Melanie held leadership roles at Legacy of Life Hawai‘i, where she directed quality and compliance initiatives in organ donation services, and at Ku Aloha Ola Mau, where she managed behavioral health programs. Her early career included a decade of service at the Family Education Training Center of Hawai‘i, where she developed expertise in program management, research, and grant administration.

Melanie holds a Master of Science in Criminal Justice Administration and is completing her Doctorate in Education in Organizational Leadership at Chaminade University. She also holds multiple professional certifications including Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE), and Certified Quality Auditor (CQA).

A dedicated community contributor, Melanie is active in professional associations such as the American Society for Quality, Project Management Institute – Hawaii Chapter, and the Health Care Compliance Association, and continues to mentor future leaders through internships and volunteer work.