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Melissa Walker, SPHR, is a nationally recognized HR strategist, executive coach, and author of The AI-Powered Job Search: Stand Out, Get Hired, and Leverage AI for Career Success. As founder and CEO of Influence HR, she has advised global brands like Adidas, Fiverr, HoneyBook, and DocuSign on building inclusive, people-first workplaces and future-ready talent strategies. Featured in outlets like Dice.com, Melissa is a leading voice on AI, equity, and hiring bias. With over 20 years of global HR experience spanning public and private sectors, including partnerships with diplomats and international teams, she brings deep expertise and a mission to create a more ethical, accessible future of work. She holds a Global HR Certificate from Howard University, is SPHR-certified, and is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and Jack and Jill of America, Inc.
