Melissa Fors Shackelford, Author, Keynote Speaker, Marketing & Growth Consultant

I’m Melissa Fors Shackelford — a keynote speaker, panelist, TV guest, podcast guest, author, and startup advisor. With 25+ years of leadership experience across Fortune 50 companies, national nonprofits, startups, and health tech, I bring a unique perspective on the future of healthcare, marketing, leadership, AI and technology.

🌟 Speaking Topics Include:

Purpose-driven marketing and brand trust

Breaking down stigma in mental health and addiction

Leadership, entrepreneurship, and startup growth strategies

The intersection of AI, healthcare, and marketing ethics


View my TEDx Duluth Talk, How to make purpose your lifeline when life gets hard: youtu.be/epH-TfTu4Oo?si=dRXFLFxyXtVlxfpE


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