About The Trainer

SAFe Certified Trainer, Lean Agile Coach and Consultant with front line experience of leading multiple lean agile transformations. Melissa has over ten years of experience in IT leadership, coaching, and agile roles across several industries including Technology, Healthcare and Education. Melissa has led multiple successful agile transformations, and has trained and coached over 5000+ individuals.

Melissa’s classes incorporate real life examples and practical ideas that she has accumulated throughout her career. Her teaching style is driven by her values of compassion, positivity, and empathy.

Check out what participants say:

'I had the pleasure of being in a Leading SAFe class that Melissa facilitated. Right from the start I knew the     class was going to be even better with her leading us!  Melissa has a passion for the topic and is able to  make the materials fun and interesting. If you are thinking about SAFe certifications and see Melissa listed as the facilitator - do not hesitate to sign up for her class!' 

- Rhonda Wilson, Director of Agile Transformation at Wipfli LLP