Melissa as a Speaker
Melissa as a Speaker
Melissa, Founder and Creator of The Embracing Layers Network, delivers transformative talks and workshops rooted in the FEEL Framework™, guiding women and leaders to honor their identity, set unapologetic boundaries, and create success on their own terms.
Her sessions are known for blending warmth, clarity, and practicality, so participants walk away not just inspired, but equipped with tools they can use immediately.
Her unique approach features our FEEL Framework™ - 8 Talking Points and 3 life-informing questions:
Identifying and Introducing Yourself Through Your Character Traits (Not What You Do, Who You Are)
Prioritizing Self-Care
Confidently Setting Boundaries
Taking Care of Your Emotional Health as much as Your Physical Health
Supporting Yourself & Other Women Unapologetically
Coming Back to Your WHY and Your VALUES
Living Out of Your Own Expectations
Accepting the Layered Aspects of Yourself
Living out F.E.E.L (Finding Empowerment Embracing Layers) - How Does it Affect Your Relationships
5 Activities That Nourish You
5 Words for How You Want to Feel in the Next Six Months.
This provides a structured path for self-discovery and empowerment. Invite Melissa to lead your community of women into a journey of supporting each other to live unapologetically and out of their own expectations.
Speaking Options:
Keynote
60–90 minutes
Perfect for conferences, panels, and leadership programs.
Investment: starting at $750
Half-Day Workshop
Up to 4 hours
Interactive, customized training for organizations, retreats, or group programs.
Investment: starting at $1,500
Full-Day Workshop
(6–8 hours)
Deep-dive experience designed for transformational outcomes.
Investment: starting at $2,500
Weekend Intensive / Retreat
Two-day immersive designed to shift culture, community, and leadership.
Investment: custom (starting at $4,000)
*(Travel, lodging, and meals not included for out-of-town engagements.)
Book Melissa
Every event is unique. Melissa will work with you to tailor her presentation to your program’s goals and audience needs.
Why Melissa:
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“We’ve had the pleasure of working with Melissa through the Gender and Leadership Program at the Craig School of Business. She led a workshop focused on building confidence, overcoming self-doubt, and stepping into one’s full potential. Melissa brings genuine passion to these topics and a deep commitment to empowering others. Her insights are both practical and inspiring, and she shares them with clarity, warmth, and enthusiasm. Melissa has a remarkable ability to translate complex ideas into actionable strategies that resonate beyond the session. We are grateful for her contributions and the lasting impact of her message.”
- Dr. Susan A. Henderson, CPA, MSA & Jennifer Miele Ph.D.
Aligned Pro Bono Opportunities
Melissa is committed to ensuring her work reaches communities and organizations that align with her mission of empowering women and advancing leadership equity.
Each year, she dedicates a limited number of pro bono or reduced-fee speaking engagements to:
Nonprofits serving women, BIPOC communities, and first-generation leaders
Student and university groups advancing gender equity and leadership
Grassroots organizations aligned with her values of empowerment, inclusion, and justice
If you represent an aligned group, please reach out to inquire about availability for these opportunities.
Booking Inquiries
To inquire about booking pro bono opportunities, fill out our contact form: