Meet Melanie Troxell

Supporting Leaders in Building Clarity, Confidence, and Purpose

Melanie Troxell is a nurse leader, author, and leadership coach with a passion for guiding people and organizations through seasons of change and growth. With more than two decades of experience in healthcare, education, and leadership, she has built a career on equipping teams to thrive in high-pressure environments. She currently manages multiple hospital units and oversees dozens of staff, where she is known for blending accountability with compassion, driving measurable improvements in patient safety, staff retention, and team culture. Her background also includes teaching as a nursing faculty member, mentoring new leaders, and participating in Lean Six Sigma projects that have streamlined processes and enhanced outcomes.

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As a writer and speaker, Melanie brings clarity, warmth, and authenticity to complex leadership topics. She translates lessons from the bedside, the classroom, and the boardroom into practical strategies for personal and professional growth. Her work emphasizes resilience, communication, and intentional leadership—helping people not only succeed in their roles but also find meaning and sustainability in their calling.

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Together with her husband, Mike, she co-founded the Transformationship Leadership Group, a speaking and coaching company designed to help leaders in high-stress industries avoid burnout and create healthier, more effective organizations. Her unique perspective as both a frontline leader and an author enables her to connect deeply with professionals across healthcare, education, finance, and faith-based organizations.

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Known for her ability to see both the details and the big picture, Melanie inspires leaders to grow in courage, compassion, and clarity. Her leadership philosophy is simple but powerful: transformation begins when we choose to lead with both excellence and humanity.