Melissa Zisler PhD
Chief, National Threat Evaluation & Reporting (NTER) Program Office,, Office of Intelligence & Analysis, US Department of Homeland Security
2023
Dr. Melissa Zisler is a career intelligence professional with the Department of Homeland Security. Currently, Melissa serves as the Chief of the National Threat Evaluation and Reporting (NTER) Program Office, providing training and tools to assist our partners with identifying and mitigating threats of terrorism and targeted violence. Prior to her current assignment, she served as a Chief within the Transnational Organized Crime Center and led a team of analysts that examined organized crime within the Western Hemisphere. Additionally, Melissa earned a Doctorate and a Master of Science Degree in Conflict Analysis and Resolution.
The Summit offers a unique opportunity to confront the corrosive influence of bigotry and hatred in our society. In order for us to address these challenges, we first must acknowledge their painful and destructive impact in our communities and in our country. I am grateful to serve as a Global Advisor to this timely and powerful initiative.
