Banking Beyond Men: A new form of abuse where the perpetrators are protected by Banking Systems (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780648122821)

Melissa's entrepreneurial spirit and tireless enthusiasm for innovation and solutions are evident through her accomplishments and through helping create a series of successful companies and commercial ventures. Some still in progress and it is easier to ask what she doesn't do! After 27 years of working in the construction sector, from steel fixing in the cement industry and project manager to successful mediator and business consultant, Melissa is always looking for innovative and problem-unravelling solutions. Her persistence led her to the world of financial advocacy and giving back voices to those that have been silenced by fear and situations of diversity. In 2008 she embarked on her own journey with the inception of Classique Solutions a business that was set up to help business owners and individuals avoid the need to engage administrators and receivers. Having worked with and against large blue chip organizations she has brought help to individuals in need of support. Her network is vast which has ultimately steered her to establishing DIVA Enterprises! Apart from her fascination with of waste (Fly ash) and implementation of infrastructure in regional NSW, she has developed and tested a range of cementations products that are produced with the by-product of coal. Participating at The World of Coal Ash Conference 2015 gave her more determination for not only change within the construction industry but also "Equality" Diva - Not a Prima Donna but a talented woman that commands respect for a talent that she has worked hard to perfect and continues to do so! Mel supports a number of local and international charities and performed aid work in remote villages in Vietnam in 2010 and continues to do so. Her dream is to leave a Legacy and build a sustainable social enterprise, and goal is to eradicate abuse of any kind and educate the future generations to embrace life and respect each other. Melissa is the author of 'The Heart of Hope' and 'if I can anyone could!' A speaker about protecting your most important asset- you! LIFE! Creating a For Profit - Profit for Purpose Enterprise by uniting Divas to create the first ever, holistic estate to provide solutions to a growing epidemic. "Sydney is the most iconic city in the world in my eyes and it is devastating that we have such a growing population of homeless women and children, escaping abuse, and so many that remain captive due to financial abuse. It needs to stop!"