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 FEEL (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.
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“Melissa Crook delivered a truly uplifting and impactful session with Refresh & Renew with FEEL (Finding Empowerment Embracing Layers). Her presence was warm, grounded, and empowering, creating a space where attendees felt both seen and inspired. Melissa has a unique way of guiding people into meaningful reflection while offering practical, relatable takeaways that sparked real “ah-ha” moments throughout the room. Her message encouraged thoughtful self-awareness, renewal, and empowerment in a way that resonated deeply with participants, and the feedback following her session was overwhelmingly positive. Attendees walked away feeling refreshed, motivated, and more connected to themselves and their next steps. Melissa’s work left a lasting impression and added tremendous value to the overall experience—we were grateful to have her voice and energy as part of the program. Melissa shows great leadership and has always been a fantastic partner and go-to for empowering content.”
- Lori Carrese
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“Melissa Crook is more than a speaker, she’s a genuine connector. Her presence at the BBB’s Industrious Women’s Summit was grounded and powerful. It moved the audience to honest reflection, self-awareness, and real growth. The F.E.E.L. framework is an accessible and real-world tool that resonated across the entire room. What sets Melissa apart is her ability to weave personal experience with deep compassion and practical insight into her presentation. She delivers her message with heart, clarity, and intention. Any organization looking for an authentic speaker who can genuinely empower people to show up as their best selves should look no further than Melissa Crook.”
- Nathan Gilbert
Past Events:
The Components of the Divine Feminine
Divine Feminine Healing Retreat (Clovis, CA)
October 2025
F.E.E.L to Elevate
BBB Industrious Women’s Summit (Fresno, CA)
August 2025
Embracing Layers: You Must Value Yourself to Prioritize Yourself
Virtual Seminar at Power of Just One Part 2 (POJO2)
May - June 2025
F.E.E.L To Reset, Refresh, and Renew
Presentation to RESET & Empower Women, Hosted by LC Events 360 (Thousand Oaks, CA)
May 2025
Embracing Layers as a Path to Joy
Virtual Guest Teacher at Lisa McCourt’s Joy School
May 2025
Making Time to F.E.E.L
Virtual presentation to The Conscious Business Festival
January 2025
F.E.E.L Your Way To Confidence - The Relationship between loving yourself well and showing up confidently
Presentation to Fresno State University's Craig School of Business Gender and Leadership (GAL) Group (Fresno, CA)
November 2024
PodMatch Reviews of Melissa as a Speaker:
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: