For nearly two decades, Melissa Stires has traveled the globe to build relationships, seek investment, and manage events.

Melissa is a Certified Advanced International Protocol Officer and an accomplished event, marketing, and fundraising executive with experience in the corporate, tech, academic, 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. 
Since 1999, 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 50 international goodwill and fundraising 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 high-impact event management, protocol advising, executive coaching, 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 titans of Wall Street and K Street, Melissa has a unique ability to connect with individuals from all walks of life. Her unique and carefully crafted skill set allows her clients to thrive and move forward in their goals faster than imagined. 

Melissa is the Director of Development for the Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing at Florida Atlantic University. She resides in sunny South Florida with her husband Nick, their three-year-old daughter Ella and their six-year-old Golden Retriever, Quinn.