Mel Thorpe

Mel Thorpe is a dynamic strategic facilitator and executive coach who brings over two decades of experience in leadership development, operational transformation, and team acceleration. With more than 200 strategy workshops and 300 executive engagements under her belt, Mel is known for designing and delivering high-impact sessions that drive results, clarity, and connection.

As a trusted executive coach to senior leadership teams, Mel works at the intersection of strategy, culture, and performance—supporting C-suite leaders to navigate complexity, sharpen alignment, and lead with purpose. She is regularly engaged by peak bodies and government agencies to facilitate strategic dialogue, develop leadership capability, and embed behavioural change across sectors.

Clients describe Mel as energetic, insightful, and deeply engaging—able to build exceptional rapport with stakeholders at all levels. Whether guiding a board through complex strategy and risk discussions or coaching a first-time manager, she brings a unique blend of sharp commercial acumen and human insight. Her sessions are practical, tailored, and grounded in real-time feedback and behavioural science.

Mel’s impact spans sectors including mining, oil & gas, law, government, medical research, education, and banking—working with leaders from the frontline to the C-suite across Australia and the Asia-Pacific.

Additionally, Mel has held senior roles across education, law, and consulting. She is the founder of Mel Thorpe Consulting and a trusted partner with leading firms including Korn Ferry and LHH, where she works with clients such as BHP, Rio Tinto, Synergy, Curtin University, Woolworths, and Commonwealth Bank.

She is regularly called on to coach executive leadership teams and facilitate whole-of-organisation strategy sessions for government departments, peak industry groups, and research institutions.

Mel is a Squadify Pro Coach and a certified Scrum Master as part of the Scrum Master Alliance facilitation style blends data-driven insights with curiosity and connection, making her a sought-after speaker, coach, and advisor.