Looking for a speaker for your next event?
Why Melissa?
Melissa has been in the small business space since 2009, wearing many hats – from running family businesses to launching her own ventures (including Outdoor Beanbags, Little Biz & Mellymoo… with another one in the works). She’s been in the trenches, learning the hard way, pivoting when needed, and proving that business success isn’t about luck—it’s about strategy, resilience, and a willingness to keep going.
Beyond her own businesses, Melissa is deeply involved in the small business community:
✅ Interim Board Member of the Wanneroo Business Association (WBA), 2025
✅ Part of the City of Wanneroo’s Business & Tourism Advisory Group
✅ On the Member Retention & Technology Committees at the Wanneroo Business Association (WBA)
✅ An expert for the Digital Solutions program, specialising in WordPress Websites & Basic SEO Strategy
✅ Workshop Presenter for the Digital Solutions Program, running in-person and online workshops to help business owners level up
With her signature down-to-earth style, Melissa delivers engaging talks that are packed with value, real stories, and actionable advice. Whether she’s speaking about business growth, website strategy, navigating entrepreneurship with ADHD, or juggling it all as a mum and business owner, her goal is simple: to leave the audience inspired and equipped to take action.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Melissa offers a range of topics tailored to small business owners, start-ups, and entrepreneurs at all stages:
- Starting a Business from Scratch – No fluff, just the practical steps to turn an idea into a real, profitable business.
- Growth Strategies for Small Business – Simple but powerful ways to get more visibility, leads, and sales.
- Websites, Digital Marketing & SEO – How to create an online presence that actually works for your business.
- Juggling Business & Family Life – The honest truth about balancing business, family life, and motherhood.
- ADHD & Entrepreneurship – Navigating business with a late ADHD diagnosis (Melissa was diagnosed at 40!).
- Faith & Business – How Melissa’s faith has shaped her journey as a Christian woman in business.
- Lessons from Business Wins & Losses – The highs, the lows, and what it really takes to build a business you love.
Past Speaking Engagements
Melissa has spoken at various events, conferences, and workshops, including:
✅ Kingdom Advancers Conference (On-Stage Speaker)
✅ The Deborah Conference (Bonus Session Presentation)
✅ City of Wanneroo (Digital Marketing Workshop Presenter)
✅ Yhub (Coffee & Connect Speaker)
✅ Digital Solutions Website Series Workshops (Workshop Presenter, online and in-person)
✅ Digital Solutions Seasonal Content Creation Workshop (Workshop Presenter, online and in-person)
✅ The Social Circus Podcast with Sarah Thomson (Podcast Guest)
✅ Evolvepreneur (After Hours) Podcast with Richard Wray (Podcast Guest)
BOOK MELISSA TO SPEAK
Whether you’re looking for a keynote speaker, workshop presenter, or panel guest, Melissa brings energy, expertise, and real-world experience that connects with audiences.
Please complete the form below, or email Melissa directly.
