Melissa believes in the power of a strategic bet on the right person. Few things excite her more than backing a founder and playing a small part in helping them turn their dream into reality. She invests selectively and with purpose, typically writing early-stage checks ranging from $10k–$50k, depending on the opportunity.

What You Get Beyond the Check

When Melissa invests, she brings more than capital to the table. With 25 years of experience producing and marketing world-class events and experiences for global brands, she opens doors that many investors can't. In addition to an extensive network of fellow angel investors, she brings strategic brand-building expertise and outside-the-box thinking that turns promising startups into household names.

What Melissa Looks For

Melissa invests in founders who are building something that genuinely matters — whether it's technology, entertainment, media, live experiences, or a bold idea with a strong brand play. She's drawn to products with personal relevance, a clear path to scale, a viable exit strategy and founders who combine vision with grit. She invests with intention and expects the same from the founders she backs. If you're building something that creates moments, moves culture, or changes the way people connect — she wants to hear from you.