C-Suite Coach for Leadership Mastery

Ready to lead with confidence, impact, and integrity?

Meet Melissa: Executive Leadership Coach for C-Suite Executives and Aspiring Leaders

the problem

Great leadership is about more than just “having a vision.”

It’s about making sure that vision is realized through a team that’s both capable and motivated. Yet, many leaders face a double challenge. Can you relate? You’re either:

Struggling with assembling the right team.

OR

Your current team isn’t reaching its full potential.

OFTEN, IT’S BOTH.

My approach tackles both issues head-on, ensuring you not only attract top talent but also inspire them to consistently excel.

C-SUITE COACH

Hi, I'm Melissa Greenwell. Your partner in leadership excellence.

With over 30 years of executive leadership experience, I’ve walked in your shoes. I’ve led organizations through times of growth, transformation, and challenge.

From building high-performing teams in Fortune 100 companies to navigating mergers and acquisitions, my journey has been all about fostering sustainable success and developing leaders who make a real impact.

But it’s not about what I’ve done—it’s about what I can help you achieve.

Throughout my career, I’ve been passionate about creating cultures where people can thrive.

People first.

Whether it was leading the human capital strategy or driving operational excellence, my focus has always been on people—helping them become the best leaders they can be.

Now, I’m here to bring that same dedication to you. 

Together, we’ll tackle your most pressing leadership challenges, so you can lead with confidence and clarity.

WHERE IT STARTED

How I became the Executive Leadership Coach I wish I could have hired:

When I was a Chief Human Resources Officer, I hired a lot of coaches for C-suite executives and aspiring leaders in my organizations. But, more often than not, I found myself frustrated. Many of these coaches didn’t bring a structured or disciplined process to the table.

It all felt too casual—just weekly conversations without a clear direction or outcome.

WHAT WAS MISSING?

A Solid Methodology

The coaches I hired weren’t making good use of assessments, they weren’t collecting 360-degree feedback, and they weren’t engaging with the right internal stakeholders.

I kept thinking—there has to be a better way. This experience is what drives me.


Now, I offer the kind of coaching I wish I had access to back then—leadership training that’s structured, disciplined, and based on a proven process.  

I’m confident in my approach to driving leadership performance and preparing leaders for the C-Suite. I focus on ensuring that there’s a real organizational fit from the start because I’ve seen too many external hires fail simply because the early part of the process was neglected.

MY APPROACH AS A C-SUITE COACH

There are countless people out there who label themselves as “coaches,” but many don’t have a tested process.

They’re often more mindset-based, which, while valuable, isn’t always enough to navigate the complexities of executive leadership. My approach is different.


I believe in investing in the early stages of the process—so you get it right the first time.

Follow my career journey.

WHY I’M CONFIDENT IN MY LEADERSHIP COACHING APPROACH

30+ Years of Real-World Leadership

Starting Out in Leadership

I began my career by stepping into leadership roles, focusing on building high-performing teams across a variety of industries.

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Expanding Expertise Across Industries

I gained valuable executive experience in retail, financial services, hospitality, and technology, leading strategic business functions and executing growth strategies.

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Navigating Mergers and Acquisitions

I successfully led several merger and acquisition growth plans, balancing them with organic growth initiatives to ensure stability and expansion.

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Board Representation and Governance

I represented senior management on public company boards, working closely with compensation and governance committees to drive strategic decision-making.

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Giving Back Through Non-Profit Leadership

I expanded my leadership to the non-profit sector, serving on several executive committees and taking on roles such as Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for national organizations.

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Publishing My First Book

I released my book, Money on The Table: How to Increase Profits Through Gender-Balanced Leadership.

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Leading Through Crisis

I hired and empowered the right team to recover a catastrophic supply chain event. Later, I led business recovery efforts through the COVID-19 Pandemic, achieving an 85% rehire rate and implementing strategies to support sustainable recovery.

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Implementing Talent-Driven Strategies

I developed and executed a vision leveraging human capital technology to attract, hire and retain talent to support rapid growth.

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Promoting Operational Excellence

I spearheaded initiatives that increased client satisfaction and operational productivity, setting new standards for the industry.

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Executive Leadership Coach

Today, I focus on consulting to help executives hire and onboard the right leaders, and I coach individuals to prepare for C-Suite roles, using my extensive experience to guide the next generation of leaders.

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Create a culture of excellence

Ready to elevate your leadership?

I’d love to hear about your journey and explore how we can work together to achieve your goals. Let’s start with a conversation.