For nearly two decades, Melissa has traveled the globe to build relationships, seek investments, and design marquee events.
Melissa Stires is a Certified Advanced International Protocol Officer and Life and Success Coach, an accomplished event, marketing, and nonprofit executive with experience in the corporate, tech, and government sectors. Melissa has been privileged to work with, advise, and train members of royal families, politicians, nonprofits, and business influencers from all over the world. From the boardroom to the banquet hall, Melissa knows how to motivate and lead her clients to achieve greatness.
Melissa has worked with purpose and passion to create connections and build relationships on a global scale. Trained in public relations and international protocol, Melissa has developed unique insights and skills in cross-cultural communication and cultural sensitivity. From orchestrating opening day events for The Washington Nationals Ball Park to curating a five-day VIP trip to Art Basel Miami and leading delegations on more than 60 international goodwill expeditions, Melissa has done it all. These varied experiences allow Melissa to bring expansive knowledge into her consulting business, which focuses on training and equipping individuals, c-suite leaders, and teams in executive coaching, high-impact event management, protocol, and much more.
Melissa believes in the transformative power of ideas and the potential of business to drive social change for good. From the Queen of Jordan to the titans of Wall Street and K Street, Melissa has a unique ability to connect with individuals from all walks of life. Her distinctive and carefully crafted skill set allows her clients to thrive and move forward in their goals faster than imagined.