Melissa J. Browne has joined the Massachusetts chapter of National Association of Industrial and Office Properties as chief operating officer.

Browne will be responsible for overseeing all chapter operations including membership, marketing and programming, as well as chapter administration. She replaces outgoing COO Fran Shifman, who will stay on staff to assist with the transition.  

Formerly a senior vice president, partner and the director of marketing and research at Colliers Meredith & Grew, Browne has long been a member of NAIOP, including serving as co-chair of NAIOP's successful 2006 Bus Tour. 

Browne has more than 25 years of experience working and volunteering in the commercial real estate industry.