❝ Mel's ability to build relationships and communicating useful information in fun ways is world class. Truly he is in the top 5% in the world of both those skillsets. Harnessing both the practical real-life stories and the cutting edge insights from the latest science, Mel is someone I'm eager to connect with more teams to upgrade how they operate to make more $$ than they ever have before. ❞

❝ Mel's coaching was a revelation. He unearthed leadership qualities and personality traits I never knew I possessed. Mel's adaptable approach resonated with me, making the journey of self-discovery both empowering and enjoyable. His guidance unlocked my true potential, and I am forever grateful. ❞

❝ My sessions with Mel nurture my entrepreneurial spirit, challenge my mind, and nourish my soul.

What is invaluable about Mel's approach is that he brings his whole self to the conversation—not only drawing on his impressive career in finance and technology but also sharing the many lessons from being an executive and entrepreneur, including highs, lows, scars, and wins. He has shared with me his own doubts, journeys, and breakthroughs, which have helped me understand my own challenges and opportunities. Mel embodies and understands the interplay of head, heart, and soul.

The sessions with Mel always lift me up and elevate my vision and ambition. ❞

❝ I was fortunate to work for Mel, and from the start he was a true mentor and leader of our department. He was a fantastic partner, and had a strong focus on building relationships with our business units and focused on delivering best-in-class solutions for our stakeholders and customers. In addition to his relationship building skills, Mel is an extremely technical leader who was able to translate business requirements into technical solutions that drove eCommerce growth at the company. It was an absolute pleasure working for him, and any company would be lucky to have Mel leading their teams. ❞

❝ Mel clearly demonstrates all the key characteristics of a great leader. His honesty, enthusiasm, commitment and ability to inspire were evident in everything that was assigned to him and his team. His technical assessments, design aesthetics, creative vision, and knowledge of technology, best practices, and marketing execution were on display with every project. His passion for building the business, work ethic, and ability to create an exciting team dynamic made intense schedules and demanding projects run smoothly to successful completion. There are very few people that I've met that can compare to the energy and excitement that Mel brings to work every day. ❞

❝ Working with Mel has been a life-changing experience and I can honestly say a net boon in my own life. Not only is his enthusiasm infectious, but his demeanor and outlook forces you to introspect your own views & thoughts dramatically. He will challenge you and your responses through his coaching to experience how others will see & hear you. His careful delivery has ensured I'm not only taking a second to gather my thoughts to express them clearly, but taking a minute to polish them. ❞

❝ In addition to his vast experience as CIO, CISO, author, and public speaker, the thing that I admire and appreciate most about Mel is his approach to leadership and the genuine care he brings to it. Mel is a true mensch, and does everything he can to help people in their careers, no matter what stage they're in or what they're going through - he has an intuition for exactly what's needed to help them through it. Is he a highly credentialed technologist with zillions of achievements? Yes! But at the end of the day, I'm proud to know him because of his positive impact on people's lives, mine included. ❞

❝ Mel is really good at seeing people for who and what they are. He took a chance and hired me. When I was in a personal downward spiral he helped pull me out of my dark state. He gave me new purpose and direction. He gave me the kick in the ass that I needed and helped get me and my life back on track. He could have easily fired me and kicked me to the curb, but he didn't. He stuck with me and helped to pull me through. He helped me get to a better place in life. He is a really good person with a lot of hidden talents. He sees through all the BS. He rolls with the punches and tries to keep his unique sense of humor. ❞