Melinda Sewer Muganzo, MBA, ABD
Melinda Sewer Muganzo, MBA, ABD, is a transformational leader, motivational speaker, and corporate trainer with more than 30 years of experience shaping leaders across industries. Recognized for her creativity, innovation, and execution, she has built a reputation as a trusted advisor for both emerging professionals and senior executives seeking to strengthen their leadership capacity and foster systematic change. A Distinguished Toastmaster and TEDx Speaker, Melinda brings energy, authenticity, and clarity to every platform she touches, inspiring audiences to embrace growth and purpose-driven leadership.
Currently, Melinda is an Affiliate Leadership Instructor with Flex Ed, where she equips professionals with the tools to excel in leadership, management, and organizational growth. Known for her high-energy teaching style and motivational presence, Melinda has trained and mentored individuals across industries, from small project teams to executive leadership. Her experience spans multiple academic institutions, including Platt College, San Joaquin Valley College, UEI College, and Everest College, where she taught courses in business administration and healthcare management. As a faculty advisor, mentor, and academic coach, she has guided countless students, empowering them to unlock their potential and pursue excellence both inside and outside the classroom.
Melinda holds an MBA and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Leadership Studies at California Baptist University. She also earned an Executive Certificate in Leadership from Claremont Graduate University. With strengths identified through Gallup StrengthsFinder—including Strategic, Futuristic, Woo, Learner, and Activator—she blends vision with action, equipping leaders to thrive in today’s evolving workplace. As founder of Make Success A Mindset, LLC, she continues to impact organizations and individuals through keynote speaking, coaching, and transformational training programs designed to foster leadership that lasts.
• Social-Behavioral-Educational Researchers - 2025
• Oakwood College - BS
• 2005 Good Samaritan Award,Loma Linda University Medical Center
• Distinguished Toastmaster, Toastmasters International
• Minister of Music
What do you attribute your success to?
Success is a state of mind. My belief system is one that embraces faith as number one in all things. In addition, I am strategic about making decisions. I believe in always focusing on the big picture. At the end of the day, I exist to make a difference in the lives of others.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Be proactive taking care of yourself .
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Be proactive getting to know the soul of you. Make sure you love yourself and believe that walk with Divine Favor every day!
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
I'm excited about the opportunity to share my educat