Melissa Dawn

Melissa Dawn is a Master Certified Coach (MCC), international keynote speaker, bestselling author, and founder of CEO of Your Life—recognized globally as one of the top leadership coaching companies for over six consecutive years. Fewer than 4% of coaches worldwide hold the prestigious MCC designation, a testament to Melissa’s depth, mastery, and unwavering commitment to transformational change.

Her signature approach blends business strategy with emotional intelligence, empowering executives, entrepreneurs, and family business leaders to step fully into their power. She has worked with world-class organizations including Medtronic, Microsoft, and Coca-Cola, guiding senior leaders through deeply personal and professionally expansive journeys.

What sets Melissa apart is her core belief that the future of leadership is heart-centered. As she often says:
“Leading through change? The best leaders lead with heart, not just strategy.”

Her work has been featured on Global News, Breakfast Television, CJAD, and more. She is also the author of Why Can’t I Just Be Me?, a bestselling book that helps people align their outer success with their inner truth.

As a juror for the Kaizen Torch Awards, Melissa brings not only her global coaching expertise, but a deep commitment to recognizing ethical leadership, measurable impact, and the inner work that sustains both.

Global Awards Won

Her company, CEO of Your Life, has been recognized by HubSpot as one of the top 3 coaching companies worldwide for six consecutive years, reflecting her ongoing commitment to excellence and impact in the field.