Hi, I'm Mel Smith 👋

Elevate Your Talent.
Empower Your Leaders.
Drive Unstoppable Growth.

Talent Leadership Coaching & Consulting

Hi, I'm Mel Smith 👋

Elevate Your Talent.
Empower Your Leaders.
Drive Unstoppable Growth.

HR Leadership Coaching & Consulting

How I Work With You

No two companies are the same, which is why I offer flexible, accessible consulting services to meet your exact needs:

On-Demand Coaching & Consulting

Immediate, expert advice when you need it.

Fractional
Chief Talent Officer

Part-time, ongoing support that feels like I’m part of your team.

Retained Services

Coaching, Consulting, and Confidential Search with a focus on strategic, long-term growth.

About Me

Teams with Passion, Become Businesses with Purpose

I'm Mel Smith, and I help businesses unlock the full potential of their talent by making smarter, data-driven decisions that lead to lasting, measurable results.

Combining human intuition with cutting-edge AI, I work with your team to identify the core issues holding your talent back and implement fast, effective solutions that fuel growth.

You can expect clarity, speed, and tangible outcomes from day one.

Testimonial

What They Say

Don't take my word for it, here's what my clients say about working with me.

"Melanie is a great leader and she has phenomenal business instincts. [...] Melanie is the best under pressure [...] she always consistently delivers!"

John Wilson

CEO at WilsonHCG

“Melanie is a top notch partner and performer, she has a keen eye for the business and always goes above and beyond. She's a major asset for ADP.”

Mark Campbell

VP of Global Sales at ADP

“Melanie always brings out the best in her team. She’s dedicated and has been successful in increasing productivity and efficiencies."

Terra Doyle

People, Culture & Recruitment Lead at Roche

“Melanie is a true leader! She has a gift for connecting with associates, colleagues, and clients. [...] She is also a 'change agent' [...] and not afraid to challenge common belief.”

Jana R Smyth

Global Head of DEIB + Talent Acquisition at ICF

"Melanie is an outstanding recruiter, mentor, and manager. [...] She is extremely proactive in networking with candidates [...] Melanie sets a wonderful example for other Recruiting Managers."

Pam Rosenberg

Sr. Recruiter at Microsoft

"Melanie is professional, reliable, organized, and a pleasure to work with. [...] Bottom line... she delivers results."

Allyson Mazer

Sr. Sales Recruiter at Sustainable Talent

How I work

Tailored Talent Strategies

Every business has unique challenges, and I’m here to create solutions built just for you.

Together, we’ll uncover the barriers to success in your talent strategy, processes, or leadership structure.

I deliver personalized, innovative strategies that are not just sustainable but scalable. From elevating talent acquisition to enhancing leadership effectiveness, I’ll ensure your business stays ahead of the competition.

Why choose Mel

Tailored Talent Strategies

Every business has unique challenges, and I’m here to create solutions built just for you.

Together, we’ll uncover the barriers to success in your talent strategy, processes, or leadership structure.

I deliver personalized, innovative strategies that are not just sustainable but scalable. From elevating talent acquisition to enhancing leadership effectiveness, I’ll ensure your business stays ahead of the competition.

25+

Years Experience

About Us

Little girls with Dreams, become women with Vision

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What we offer

Scope Our Services

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Coaching

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Consulting

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Advisory

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Online Course

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Certifications

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Community

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Funding

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Start Up

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Why Choose Us

Unlocking Leadership Potential

Vision

Great leadership drives growth, innovation, and culture.

Empowerment

I empower leaders to do more than just manage—I help them lead with impact.

Transformation

With personalized coaching and actionable insights, I elevate both individual and organizational performance for lasting change.

Ready to elevate your talent & empower your leaders?

Discover the strategies that unlock potential and inspire impactful leadership.

Classes

Latest Masterclass

Business Starter Kit

Management, by Melinda Rose

(312 Reviews)

10 hours

12 Lessons

Beginner Level

Business Relationship

Business, by Melinda Rose

(312 Reviews)

10 hours

12 Lessons

Beginner Level

Career Planning Kit

Careers, by Natalie Jodie

(312 Reviews)

10 hours

12 Lessons

Beginner Level

Choose Your Package

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Starter Kit

Basic Package

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Starter Kit

Basic Package

$xxx

Monthly

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Starter Kit

Advance Package

$xxx

Monthly

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Our Team

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CONTACT

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

(123) 123-1234

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