Melanie Ross

Education:

- Bachelor of Social Science – University of Waikato NZ
- Diploma of Marketing – University of Waikato NZ
- NLP – Collective Coaching Academy

Melanie has an impressive background in Human Resources, having worked extensively across the entire employee cycle for many years in global and multi-national organisations. She has developed a wealth of experience in collaborating with Centres of Excellence, providing valuable insights into the specifics and nuances of HR specialties, and operating in stand-alone positions for medium-sized organisations in Australia and
New Zealand.

Over the past ten years, Melanie has been particularly passionate about addressing the challenge of creating a flexible workforce and promoting diversity in organisations. Through her strategic workforce planning and talent management initiatives, she has helped companies streamline their recruitment strategies and achieve significant cost savings through department restructuring, work outsourcing, and enhanced employee engagement. Her collaborative approach, which involves partnering with leaders and employees, underscores her deep understanding of the delicate balance that HR must maintain.