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'''Melissa Dawn''' is a Canadian executive coach, author, speaker, and entrepreneur. She is the founder of '''CEO of Your Life''', an executive coaching and leadership development company based in Montreal, Quebec. Dawn is known for her work in executive coaching, leadership development, personal transformation, and heart-centered leadership.{{cite web |title=CEO of Your Life |url=[https://ceoofyour.life](https://ceoofyour.life) |website=CEO of Your Life |access-date=2026-04-27}}
She is a '''Master Certified Coach (MCC)''' through the International Coaching Federation (ICF), a designation awarded to a small percentage of professional coaches globally, and a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC).{{cite web |title=Melissa Dawn – Startup Expert Profile |url=[https://www.startups.com/experts/61013/melissadawn](https://www.startups.com/experts/61013/melissadawn) |website=Startups.com |access-date=2026-04-27}}
Dawn is the author of the books ''I Attract What I Am'' and ''Why Can't I Just Be Me?'', which explore themes of self-development, authenticity, and leadership.{{cite web |title=I Attract What I Am |url=[https://www.amazon.ca/Attract-What-Am-Transform-Orgasmically/dp/1542999928/](https://www.amazon.ca/Attract-What-Am-Transform-Orgasmically/dp/1542999928/) |website=Amazon |access-date=2026-04-27}}{{cite web |title=Why Can't I Just Be Me? |url=[https://www.amazon.ca/Why-Cant-Just-Be-Me/dp/1958754595/](https://www.amazon.ca/Why-Cant-Just-Be-Me/dp/1958754595/) |website=Amazon |access-date=2026-04-27}}
== Early life and education ==
Melissa Dawn is based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
== Career ==
Before transitioning into executive coaching, Dawn held leadership roles across media, technology, business services, and beauty sectors, including positions with Time Warner, Biztree, Herd Wisdom, and Estée Lauder.{{cite web |title=Meet the EZRAx Coach: Melissa Dawn |url=[https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ezracoaching_meet-the-ezrax-coach-melissa-dawn-activity-7236751904871968769-HeyG/](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ezracoaching_meet-the-ezrax-coach-melissa-dawn-activity-7236751904871968769-HeyG/) |website=LinkedIn |publisher=EZRA Coaching |access-date=2026-04-27}}
Her corporate experience included organizational change, mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, and executive leadership.
Dawn later transitioned into executive coaching and founded '''CEO of Your Life''', a leadership development and executive coaching company serving executives, founders, and family businesses.{{cite web |title=CEO of Your Life |url=[https://ceoofyour.life](https://ceoofyour.life) |website=CEO of Your Life |access-date=2026-04-27}}
She has coached leaders within Fortune 500 organizations and family-owned enterprises. Organizations associated with her coaching work have included AstraZeneca, Kraft Heinz, Nestlé, and Rio Tinto.{{cite web |title=Meet the EZRAx Coach: Melissa Dawn |url=[https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ezracoaching_meet-the-ezrax-coach-melissa-dawn-activity-7236751904871968769-HeyG/](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ezracoaching_meet-the-ezrax-coach-melissa-dawn-activity-7236751904871968769-HeyG/) |website=LinkedIn |publisher=EZRA Coaching |access-date=2026-04-27}}
== Writing and thought leadership ==
Dawn has contributed articles on leadership, workplace culture, emotional intelligence, and executive development.
She has written for ''Entrepreneur'' and ''Fortune'', covering topics such as leadership, team culture, communication, and workplace dynamics.{{cite web |title=Melissa Dawn Articles |url=[https://www.entrepreneur.com/leadership/6-steps-to-becoming-a-better-leader/322273](https://www.entrepreneur.com/leadership/6-steps-to-becoming-a-better-leader/322273) |website=Entrepreneur |access-date=2026-04-27}}{{cite web |title=Melissa Dawn Contributor Profile |url=[https://fortune.com/author/melissa-dawn/](https://fortune.com/author/melissa-dawn/) |website=Fortune |access-date=2026-04-27}}
== Media appearances ==
Dawn has appeared in television interviews and digital media discussing leadership, workplace culture, career transitions, and well-being.
Her appearances include interviews on Global News related to workplace trends and employee engagement.{{cite web |title=Make 2020 the Year You Thrive at Work |url=[https://globalnews.ca/video/6403532/make-2020-the-year-you-thrive-at-work](https://globalnews.ca/video/6403532/make-2020-the-year-you-thrive-at-work) |website=Global News |access-date=2026-04-27}}{{cite web |title=What Is Quiet Quitting and Why Is It So Popular? |url=[https://globalnews.ca/video/9358548/what-is-quiet-quitting-and-why-its-so-popular](https://globalnews.ca/video/9358548/what-is-quiet-quitting-and-why-its-so-popular) |website=Global News |access-date=2026-04-27}}
== Books ==
* ''I Attract What I Am''
* ''Why Can't I Just Be Me?''
== Recognition ==
Dawn has been recognized among leadership and executive coaching professionals through industry publications and coaching organizations.
Her company, CEO of Your Life, has been included in business coaching rankings and features discussing executive development and leadership coaching.{{cite web |title=Best Leadership Coach Canada |url=[https://montrealtips.com/2022/02/27/best-leadership-coach-canada/](https://montrealtips.com/2022/02/27/best-leadership-coach-canada/) |website=Montreal Tips |access-date=2026-04-27}}{{cite web |title=Leaders Coaching Leaders: How Modern Organizations Build Strong Leadership Cultures |url=[https://inspiringcanadians.com/2025/11/02/leaders-coaching-leaders-how-modern-organizations-build-strong-leadership-cultures/](https://inspiringcanadians.com/2025/11/02/leaders-coaching-leaders-how-modern-organizations-build-strong-leadership-cultures/) |website=Inspiring Canadians |access-date=2026-04-27}}
== References ==
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# Melissa Dawn
**Melissa Dawn** is a Canadian executive coach, author, speaker, and entrepreneur. She is the founder of **CEO of Your Life**, an executive coaching and leadership development company based in Montreal, Quebec. Dawn is known for her work in executive coaching, leadership development, personal transformation, and heart-centered leadership.
She is a **Master Certified Coach (MCC)** through the International Coaching Federation (ICF), a designation awarded to a small percentage of professional coaches globally. She is also a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC).
Dawn is the author of the books *I Attract What I Am* and *Why Can't I Just Be Me?*, which explore themes of self-development, personal authenticity, and leadership.
## Early Life and Education
Melissa Dawn is based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Prior to becoming an executive coach, she held senior leadership roles in corporate organizations and worked across industries including media, beauty, business services, and organizational leadership.
## Career
Before transitioning into coaching, Dawn worked in corporate leadership positions with companies including Time Warner, Biztree, and Estée Lauder. Her corporate experience included organizational change, mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, and executive leadership.
She later transitioned into executive coaching and founded **CEO of Your Life**, a company focused on leadership development, executive coaching, facilitation, and organizational retreats.
Dawn has coached leaders across Fortune 500 organizations and family-owned businesses. Her work focuses on leadership presence, emotional intelligence, executive communication, personal alignment, and values-based leadership.
Organizations associated with her coaching work have included companies such as AstraZeneca, Kraft Heinz, Nestlé, and Rio Tinto.
## CEO of Your Life
Dawn founded **CEO of Your Life** as a leadership development and executive coaching company. The organization provides executive coaching, leadership retreats, keynote speaking, and facilitation for corporate leaders, founders, and family enterprises.
Her coaching approach combines leadership strategy with emotional awareness and personal growth. She has described her philosophy as helping leaders align professional success with authenticity and personal fulfillment.
## Writing and Thought Leadership
Dawn has contributed articles on leadership, workplace culture, emotional intelligence, and executive development to business publications.
She has written for publications including *Entrepreneur* and *Fortune*. Topics addressed in her work include leadership development, workplace culture, presence, communication, and team effectiveness.
She has also contributed content to *Thrive Global* on topics related to resilience, mindset, and navigating change.
## Media Appearances
Dawn has appeared in television interviews and digital media discussing leadership, workplace well-being, career transitions, and organizational culture.
Her media appearances have included segments on Global News related to workplace trends, including employee engagement and evolving work culture.
She has also appeared in interviews and podcasts focused on executive coaching, entrepreneurship, and personal growth.
## Books
* *I Attract What I Am*
* *Why Can't I Just Be Me?*
## Recognition
Dawn has been recognized among global business and leadership coaches through industry publications and coaching networks.
Her coaching company, CEO of Your Life, has been listed among top coaching organizations in industry rankings.
She has been featured by coaching organizations and leadership publications discussing her transition from corporate leadership into executive coaching.
## References
1. Entrepreneur articles authored by Melissa Dawn
2. Fortune contributor profile
3. Global News interview appearances
4. Thrive Global contributor profile
5. Montreal Tips leadership coaching profile
6. LinkedIn coaching organization profiles and features
7. Startup Expert profile
8. Published books and author listings
{{Short description|Canadian executive coach, author, speaker, and entrepreneur}}
'''Melissa Dawn''' is a Canadian executive coach, author, speaker, and entrepreneur. She is the founder of '''CEO of Your Life''', an executive coaching and leadership development company based in Montreal, Quebec. Dawn is known for her work in executive coaching, leadership development, personal transformation, and heart-centered leadership.{{cite web |title=CEO of Your Life |url=[https://ceoofyour.life](https://ceoofyour.life) |website=CEO of Your Life |access-date=2026-04-27}}
She is a '''Master Certified Coach (MCC)''' through the International Coaching Federation (ICF), a designation awarded to a small percentage of professional coaches globally, and a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC).{{cite web |title=Melissa Dawn – Startup Expert Profile |url=[https://www.startups.com/experts/61013/melissadawn](https://www.startups.com/experts/61013/melissadawn) |website=Startups.com |access-date=2026-04-27}}
Dawn is the author of the books ''I Attract What I Am'' and ''Why Can't I Just Be Me?'', which explore themes of self-development, authenticity, and leadership.{{cite web |title=I Attract What I Am |url=[https://www.amazon.ca/Attract-What-Am-Transform-Orgasmically/dp/1542999928/](https://www.amazon.ca/Attract-What-Am-Transform-Orgasmically/dp/1542999928/) |website=Amazon |access-date=2026-04-27}}{{cite web |title=Why Can't I Just Be Me? |url=[https://www.amazon.ca/Why-Cant-Just-Be-Me/dp/1958754595/](https://www.amazon.ca/Why-Cant-Just-Be-Me/dp/1958754595/) |website=Amazon |access-date=2026-04-27}}
== Early life and education ==
Melissa Dawn is based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
== Career ==
Before transitioning into executive coaching, Dawn held leadership roles across media, technology, business services, and beauty sectors, including positions with Time Warner, Biztree, Herd Wisdom, and Estée Lauder.{{cite web |title=Meet the EZRAx Coach: Melissa Dawn |url=[https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ezracoaching_meet-the-ezrax-coach-melissa-dawn-activity-7236751904871968769-HeyG/](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ezracoaching_meet-the-ezrax-coach-melissa-dawn-activity-7236751904871968769-HeyG/) |website=LinkedIn |publisher=EZRA Coaching |access-date=2026-04-27}}
Her corporate experience included organizational change, mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, and executive leadership.
Dawn later transitioned into executive coaching and founded '''CEO of Your Life''', a leadership development and executive coaching company serving executives, founders, and family businesses.{{cite web |title=CEO of Your Life |url=[https://ceoofyour.life](https://ceoofyour.life) |website=CEO of Your Life |access-date=2026-04-27}}
She has coached leaders within Fortune 500 organizations and family-owned enterprises. Organizations associated with her coaching work have included AstraZeneca, Kraft Heinz, Nestlé, and Rio Tinto.{{cite web |title=Meet the EZRAx Coach: Melissa Dawn |url=[https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ezracoaching_meet-the-ezrax-coach-melissa-dawn-activity-7236751904871968769-HeyG/](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ezracoaching_meet-the-ezrax-coach-melissa-dawn-activity-7236751904871968769-HeyG/) |website=LinkedIn |publisher=EZRA Coaching |access-date=2026-04-27}}
== Writing and thought leadership ==
Dawn has contributed articles on leadership, workplace culture, emotional intelligence, and executive development.
She has written for ''Entrepreneur'' and ''Fortune'', covering topics such as leadership, team culture, communication, and workplace dynamics.{{cite web |title=Melissa Dawn Articles |url=[https://www.entrepreneur.com/leadership/6-steps-to-becoming-a-better-leader/322273](https://www.entrepreneur.com/leadership/6-steps-to-becoming-a-better-leader/322273) |website=Entrepreneur |access-date=2026-04-27}}{{cite web |title=Melissa Dawn Contributor Profile |url=[https://fortune.com/author/melissa-dawn/](https://fortune.com/author/melissa-dawn/) |website=Fortune |access-date=2026-04-27}}
== Media appearances ==
Dawn has appeared in television interviews and digital media discussing leadership, workplace culture, career transitions, and well-being.
Her appearances include interviews on Global News related to workplace trends and employee engagement.{{cite web |title=Make 2020 the Year You Thrive at Work |url=[https://globalnews.ca/video/6403532/make-2020-the-year-you-thrive-at-work](https://globalnews.ca/video/6403532/make-2020-the-year-you-thrive-at-work) |website=Global News |access-date=2026-04-27}}{{cite web |title=What Is Quiet Quitting and Why Is It So Popular? |url=[https://globalnews.ca/video/9358548/what-is-quiet-quitting-and-why-its-so-popular](https://globalnews.ca/video/9358548/what-is-quiet-quitting-and-why-its-so-popular) |website=Global News |access-date=2026-04-27}}
== Books ==
* ''I Attract What I Am''
* ''Why Can't I Just Be Me?''
== Recognition ==
Dawn has been recognized among leadership and executive coaching professionals through industry publications and coaching organizations.
Her company, CEO of Your Life, has been included in business coaching rankings and features discussing executive development and leadership coaching.{{cite web |title=Best Leadership Coach Canada |url=[https://montrealtips.com/2022/02/27/best-leadership-coach-canada/](https://montrealtips.com/2022/02/27/best-leadership-coach-canada/) |website=Montreal Tips |access-date=2026-04-27}}{{cite web |title=Leaders Coaching Leaders: How Modern Organizations Build Strong Leadership Cultures |url=[https://inspiringcanadians.com/2025/11/02/leaders-coaching-leaders-how-modern-organizations-build-strong-leadership-cultures/](https://inspiringcanadians.com/2025/11/02/leaders-coaching-leaders-how-modern-organizations-build-strong-leadership-cultures/) |website=Inspiring Canadians |access-date=2026-04-27}}
== References ==
{{reflist}}
# Melissa Dawn
**Melissa Dawn** is a Canadian executive coach, author, speaker, and entrepreneur. She is the founder of **CEO of Your Life**, an executive coaching and leadership development company based in Montreal, Quebec. Dawn is known for her work in executive coaching, leadership development, personal transformation, and heart-centered leadership.
She is a **Master Certified Coach (MCC)** through the International Coaching Federation (ICF), a designation awarded to a small percentage of professional coaches globally. She is also a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC).
Dawn is the author of the books *I Attract What I Am* and *Why Can't I Just Be Me?*, which explore themes of self-development, personal authenticity, and leadership.
## Early Life and Education
Melissa Dawn is based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Prior to becoming an executive coach, she held senior leadership roles in corporate organizations and worked across industries including media, beauty, business services, and organizational leadership.
## Career
Before transitioning into coaching, Dawn worked in corporate leadership positions with companies including Time Warner, Biztree, and Estée Lauder. Her corporate experience included organizational change, mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, and executive leadership.
She later transitioned into executive coaching and founded **CEO of Your Life**, a company focused on leadership development, executive coaching, facilitation, and organizational retreats.
Dawn has coached leaders across Fortune 500 organizations and family-owned businesses. Her work focuses on leadership presence, emotional intelligence, executive communication, personal alignment, and values-based leadership.
Organizations associated with her coaching work have included companies such as AstraZeneca, Kraft Heinz, Nestlé, and Rio Tinto.
## CEO of Your Life
Dawn founded **CEO of Your Life** as a leadership development and executive coaching company. The organization provides executive coaching, leadership retreats, keynote speaking, and facilitation for corporate leaders, founders, and family enterprises.
Her coaching approach combines leadership strategy with emotional awareness and personal growth. She has described her philosophy as helping leaders align professional success with authenticity and personal fulfillment.
## Writing and Thought Leadership
Dawn has contributed articles on leadership, workplace culture, emotional intelligence, and executive development to business publications.
She has written for publications including *Entrepreneur* and *Fortune*. Topics addressed in her work include leadership development, workplace culture, presence, communication, and team effectiveness.
She has also contributed content to *Thrive Global* on topics related to resilience, mindset, and navigating change.
## Media Appearances
Dawn has appeared in television interviews and digital media discussing leadership, workplace well-being, career transitions, and organizational culture.
Her media appearances have included segments on Global News related to workplace trends, including employee engagement and evolving work culture.
She has also appeared in interviews and podcasts focused on executive coaching, entrepreneurship, and personal growth.
## Books
* *I Attract What I Am*
* *Why Can't I Just Be Me?*
## Recognition
Dawn has been recognized among global business and leadership coaches through industry publications and coaching networks.
Her coaching company, CEO of Your Life, has been listed among top coaching organizations in industry rankings.
She has been featured by coaching organizations and leadership publications discussing her transition from corporate leadership into executive coaching.
## References
1. Entrepreneur articles authored by Melissa Dawn
2. Fortune contributor profile
3. Global News interview appearances
4. Thrive Global contributor profile
5. Montreal Tips leadership coaching profile
6. LinkedIn coaching organization profiles and features
7. Startup Expert profile
8. Published books and author listings
