Dr Melissa Wheeler is a Senior Lecturer and Executive MBA Program Director at RMIT University, where she works closely with business leaders to develop responsible, ethical, and purpose-driven leadership. With a PhD in social psychology from the University of Melbourne, her research explores women's leadership, gender roles in work and care, workplace flexibility, and the future of work.
Melissa brings expertise in leadership, governance, research, and industry engagement to her role as Board Member and Secretary of Women in Business Mornington Peninsula & Frankston. She also serves on the Board of the Frankston Social Enterprise & Innovation Hub and chairs RMIT's Women Researchers' Network Steering Committee. She is Gender Theme Lead at RMIT's Business and Human Rights Research Centre and co-founder of its Social Enterprise Research Network.
An award-winning educator and researcher, Melissa regularly shares insights on leadership and workplace issues through Forbes, Psychology Today, and The Conversation. She is passionate about bridging research and practice to help individuals, businesses, and communities thrive.
As a Mornington Peninsula local, Melissa is committed to supporting women in business, strengthening local networks, and creating opportunities for collaboration, advocacy, and positive community impact.
