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Melissa MacGowan:
Founder of Meno Collective
Melissa MacGowan’s journey is one of transformation, resilience, and a deep commitment to empowering women in the workplace. As a mum of four, neuroscience-trained leadership coach, and ex-HR executive, Melissa brings a unique blend of personal and professional experience to her role as a menopause advocate.
​​A Personal Journey to Advocacy: Melissa's career as an HR executive saw her leading many successful changes. However, when menopause struck, she encountered a profound personal challenge. Struggling with burnout at the peak of her career, Melissa realized the workplace lacked adequate awareness and support for menopause. This pivotal moment drove her to create Meno Collective, aiming to transform the experience of menopause at work for women and their organizations.
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Championing Menopause Awareness: Melissa's passion for menopause education stems from her own experiences. She understands the impact of menopause on women’s health, well-being, and career progression. Melissa is dedicated to opening the menopause conversation in diverse organizations, fostering environments where seasoned women can thrive and mentor younger colleagues. She believes in the power of supportive workplaces to reduce fear and create positive experiences during menopause, benefiting both women and their employers.
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A Unique Blend of Expertise: Combining her commercial acumen, people and culture expertise, neuroscience knowledge, and ICF leadership coaching credentials, Melissa offers unparalleled insights and guidance. Her approach is grounded in a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that come with menopause in the workplace.
A Vision for Thriving Women and Workplaces: Melissa’s mission is clear: to support women and their workplaces in thriving through the menopause transition. She is passionate about helping organizations implement effective support systems that not only improve women's health and well-being but also enhance business performance and leadership development.
Join Melissa on a Journey of Transformation: With Meno Collective, Melissa is leading the way in changing how menopause is viewed and managed in the workplace. Her vision is to create healthier, more inclusive environments where women can continue to excel and contribute meaningfully at every stage of their careers.