Overview
Melody McCray-Miller has served the community in multiple capacities, always leading with the guiding principles of, a strong commitment to community service and a belief in people having a voice in their own destiny. Melody served as a State Representative for the 89th House District from 2005 to 2013. Prior to running for State Representative, she served as the first African American woman, to represent the 4th District on the Board of Sedgwick County Commissioners, following in the groundbreaking footsteps of her father, Billy McCray. Melody successfully championed reforms in prevention, early childhood education, and the juvenile justice system in her role as a local public official and state legislator. Melody is proud of her rich and diverse background that includes being the Principal Owner and Co-Founder of Miller’s Inc., the umbrella entity for a premium food product business and consulting firm, for 23+ years.
Melody continues to wear multiple hats in the community, consulting on issues regarding health disparities as well as business development. In the realm of business development, Melody is growing her domestic market share and currently working to have the Famous Miller Baked Bean marketed and sold throughout Canada.
Melody is a Kansas Health Foundation Fellow and alumna of the Kansas Leadership Center. As a seasoned public policy maker with expertise at both the state and local level, Melody is keenly adept at identifying and understanding the steps involved in public policy making and is committed to increasing the participating role of “community” in public policy and business development. Melody is also serving in the role of Adjunct Lecturer in the Political Science Department at Wichita State University. As a successful entrepreneur, Melody is aware of the positive impact small business development and ownership has on a community and its residents. Melody continues her passion for people and serving as a catalyst for communities working to change lives and improve the quality of life for those residing there.