Melanie Foote-Davis
​Melanie Foote-Davis is a transformative coach with over 30 years of leadership and coaching experience, helping director-level leaders and above love, live, and lead with authenticity and alignment. Since starting her coaching journey in 1994 and completing training at the Co-Active Training Institute (CTI) in 2002, Melanie has earned certifications in Positive Intelligence (CPQC), Body-Oriented Coaching, and Organizational & Relational Systems Coaching, and is currently pursuing her PCC through the International Coaching Federation (ICF).
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Melanie specializes in strengthening leaders' inner confidence and helping teams grow through tools like the PQ Saboteur Assessment, while also drawing on StrengthsFinder and DISC. She is passionate about continuous learning, especially in color and energy personality assessments.
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Her diverse background includes 20 years in the beauty industry (Hair Designer, Salon & Spa Director, Educator), 5 years in finance (Banker and Teller Manager), and 2 years at YWCA Metropolitan Chicago as a Sexual Violence Prevention Educator and Volunteer Medical Advocate.
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Melanie has partnered with organizations such as the Museum of Science & Industry, University of Chicago, Notre Dame AmeriCorps, Chicago Public Schools, Girl Scouts, and several school districts, guiding leaders and teams toward authentic, aligned success.