Melina Dio
Melina Dio is a dynamic Podcast Growth Strategist, entrepreneur, and founder of *Melina Dio Creative Solutions*, where she helps podcast hosts and guests amplify their voices, grow their audiences, and convert their content into meaningful business results. With a passion for storytelling and connection, she’s guided countless clients through the process of launching, managing, and scaling their podcasts — transforming them from creative ideas into platforms of influence.
Before becoming a top 150 podcaster and consultant, Melina built a successful career in retail and client services, including several years at Bloomingdale’s, where she honed her ability to understand people’s needs and deliver exceptional experiences. That same client-centered mindset now drives her work as a strategist — blending creativity with clarity to help entrepreneurs and thought leaders turn their message into momentum.
Through her *Women’s Guesting Circle* and her podcast *Podcast to Grow*, Melina empowers women to build authority and confidence in their voices. Based in the Boston area, she continues to champion authentic communication, ethical entrepreneurship, and the belief that the right message — shared with purpose — can change everything.
• Podcast Manager Program Certificate
• Social Media Content Creation Canva Beginner to Advanced
• Professional Podcast Producation, Editing & Blueprint
• Northern Essex Community College
• Framingham State University- B.S.
• Fashion Magazine
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to following an unexpected path—though I once dreamed of attending design school in New York City, I found my true calling in podcasting alongside my husband, where we now coach and inspire others.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to always make the right step, even if it’s not the easiest one.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The biggest opportunity in my field right now is helping people grow their podcasts in the way they envision, bringing their unique voices and ideas to life.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The most important value in my work and personal life is spending quality time with my family.