Elizabeth Melton, PMP, CEM, CGMS

Elizabeth Melton is Vice President, Market Director – Response and Recovery within Michael Baker International’s Federal and Government Services vertical, which includes Tidal Basin Group and MLU Services. An accomplished emergency management and disaster recovery leader, Elizabeth has more than a decade of experience helping state and local governments navigate complex recovery, hazard mitigation, and federal grant programs. Her expertise spans FEMA Individual Assistance, Public Assistance, and Hazard Mitigation, with a proven track record of leading large-scale recovery initiatives, managing multidisciplinary teams, and developing strategies that strengthen community resilience. 

Prior to joining Tidal Basin, Elizabeth served as a Senior Manager with CohnReznick Advisory, where she provided strategic oversight of disaster recovery and resilience portfolios for state and local government clients. Elizabeth has also held several leadership positions with the South Carolina Emergency Management Division, including State Hazard Mitigation Officer, State Individual Assistance Officer, and Public Assistance Coordinator. During her tenure in South Carolina, she supported the implementation of FEMA Individual Assistance programs for more than 10 disasters across seven states. 

Recognized for her contributions to emergency management, Elizabeth has received numerous honors, including the South Carolina State Meritorious Service Medal and the Nebraska National Guard Emergency Service Medal. 

Elizabeth holds a Master of Science in Emergency Management and a Bachelor of Arts in Russian Language and Culture from the University of Maryland. She is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Emergency Manager (CEM), and Certified Grants Management Specialist (CGMS), and has completed the National Emergency Management Advanced and Executive Academies.