Melissa Marcelissen

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ABOUT MELISSA MARCELISSEN

Co-Creating Workplaces Where Everyone Belongs and Thrives With over 20 years of experience as a strategic leader in organizational transformation, I specialize in guiding companies through complex change initiatives while fostering inclusive, high-performing cultures where every employee feels a genuine sense of belonging. As the founder of Vision Leadership Consulting Group, I offer: Fractional People & Culture Executive Services Executive HR Business Partnership Co-design of belonging-centered organizational structures Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (EDIB) strategy development Leadership development and coaching for inclusive cultures My approach combines cutting-edge research with practical, results-driven strategies to create workplaces where diversity is celebrated and every individual can thrive. Currently pursuing a Doctorate in Business Administration at Royal Roads University, I bring the latest in organizational change theory and belonging-centered practices to every engagement. Key Strengths: Leading management and organizational transitions with a focus on inclusivity Developing comprehensive change management strategies that prioritize belonging Creating and implementing leadership development programs for fostering inclusive cultures Workforce planning and talent optimization with an emphasis on diversity and belonging Cultivating workplace environments of genuine belonging and engagement Education: Executive MBA, Ivey School of Business (Class Valedictorian) Leadership Character Practitioner Certification, Ivey School of Business Doctoral Candidate, Business Administration, Royal Roads University I\'ve successfully partnered with organizations across North America, including Google, Loblaw Company Limited, BMO Bank of Montreal, Boehringer Ingelheim, and Ivey School of Business at Western University, helping them create cultures where employees feel valued, respected, and truly belong. Specialties: Organizational Restructuring, Belonging-Centered Change Management, Executive Coaching, EDIB Strategy, Inclusive Leadership Development, Workforce Planning Let\'s connect to discuss how I can help your organization navigate change, optimize performance, and build an inclusive, future-ready workforce where every employee feels they truly belong.