Melanie Hird

Melanie Hird is a multifaceted entrepreneur with extensive experience in founding and directing several businesses, including Fresh Thinking Capital and Fresh Thinking Advisory, which focus on flexible lending and premium debt advisory services for SMEs and private equity-owned businesses. Additionally, Melanie leads Fresh Thinking Network, a private members group aimed at cultivating future leaders, and Fresh Thinking Property, which connects professionals with real estate opportunities. As a co-founder of Fresh Thinking Partners, Melanie provides boutique investment and advisory services to growing SMEs. Since 2012, Melanie has held various non-executive director roles, offering strategic direction and management support to multiple organizations. Previously, Melanie served as an investment director at Seneca Partners Limited and was a founding partner at Charon Partners LLP, showcasing a robust background in consultancy and investment across sectors.