Melissa is a street-smart futurist and tech entrepreneur who helps leaders cut through the noise, face change head-on, and build clear, practical pathways to the future.
Recognised as a thought leader in her field, Melissa has advised governments, Fortune 500 companies, and startups on strategies for navigating uncertainty and driving innovation.
People leave her sessions with their minds blown and their thinking reset — about risk, responsibility, and what to act on now. Whether she’s guiding a CEO through a tough transition or challenging a conference audience on the future of AI, Melissa is known for her grounded foresight and ability to call it like it is, with clarity and warmth.
Speaking topics
From emerging trends to disruptive technologies, and societal shifts, Melissa can help audiences navigate the complexities of our ever-evolving world.
What’s Next? Turning Signals into Strategy.
Ever wish your team had a crystal ball? While the future may be uncertain, it’s not unknowable.
Turning Chaos into Opportunity.
AI, Robotics, deepfake science, geopolitical unrest, labor shortages and social change – is it all too hard to keep up? How can you reframe uncertainty as a catalyst for action and growth?
Leading When Nothing Is Certain
AI disruption. Economic volatility. Shifting work models. It’s a lot — and it’s accelerating. How do you lead when the ground keeps shifting?
Owning the Future: Intellectual Property vs. the World.
What do Prince, GitHub, gene editing, the future of advertising, and identity theft have in common? They all raise big questions about ownership in an AI-driven world.
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