Send us a textAbout This EpisodeIn this episode, leadership transformation architect and Velvet Suite founder Melissa Dawn Simkins reveals the powerful link between an athletic mindset (discipline, resilience, and teamwork) and leadership excellence, noting that 96% of women executives were former athletes. Melissa discusses her “NOW moment” philosophy, the belief-building power of taking bold action, and the importance of clarity and consistency in personal branding. Her compelling story offers inspiration and guidance for leaders ready to embrace purpose-driven performance and step into their next level with confidence. About Melissa Dawn SimkinsMelissa Dawn Simkins is a leadership transformation architect who blends the discipline of elite athletes with executive influence to unlock purpose-driven, sustainable performance. As founder of Velvet Suite, an Inc. 5000 ed-tech company, she partners with C-suite leaders and high-performing teams to redefine success from the inside out. A pioneer in positioning personal brand as the currency of leadership, her influence spans Fortune 500 boardrooms, elite athletic circles, and global forums, building character, resilience, and capacity in the face of change. Creator of the M.V.P. Accelerator, the Beyond the C-Suite newsletter, and the upcoming C-Suite Confidential podcast, she offers bold insights for executives navigating transition, burnout, and growth, helping leaders win from within. Additional ResourcesWebsite: melissadawnsimkins.comInstagram: @melissadawnsimkins Facebook: @MelissaDawnSimkins LinkedIn: @MelissaDawnSimkins Support the show-------- Stay Connected www.leighburgess.com Watch the episodes on YouTube Follow Leigh on Instagram: @theleighaburgess Follow Leigh on LinkedIn: @LeighBurgess Sign up for Leigh’s bold newsletter

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