Mellini Monique

Mellini Monique is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in coaching, program development, and expressive arts therapy. Currently serving as the Lead Pitch Performance Coach at SXSW, Mellini crafts pitch performance standards and provides feedback for competitions. As the Founder and Principal Vocal Culturist at Vocal Culture Garden, Mellini specializes in speech and presentation coaching. Previous roles include Training Consultant and Principal Speaker at Multiplying For The Master, where Mellini facilitated workshops and keynotes on various professional topics, and Program Development Specialist at Embracing Your Future Association, focusing on social and emotional learning programs. Mellini's background in expressive arts therapy at St. Mary’s & Elizabeth Medical Center adds a unique dimension to expertise in individual and group therapy. Academically, Mellini holds a Master's degree in Drama Therapy from New York University and a degree in Interdisciplinary Arts from Columbia College Chicago.