Melissa has built and run companies both in Europe and the US. She has partnered with successful leaders and companies across all industries around the world. Her leadership programs are used at Accenture, IKEA, Linkedin, MTV, Porsche, Ripple, SAP, Space X, Unity Point Health, WalkMe and many other firms. She has served as interim Head of Global Diversity.

Melissa has her Masters in Intercultural Relations, specializing in Diversity Management, and has authored six books with D&I subject matter. She has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Chicago Tribune, Forbes and Fast Company. 

Melissa has a vested interest in Lead with DEI.