speaking & training
Helping Organizations and Communities Use Technology with Confidence
Scale Beyond Six Figures Without Working More Hours
Technology should feel like a tool, not a barrier.
Melanie Oates has spent over 15 years helping people and organizations get more comfortable with technology, not by overwhelming them with jargon, but by showing them exactly what to do and why it matters. Whether she is on a panel, leading a workshop, or delivering hands-on training, the goal is always the same: people leave knowing more and feeling capable of doing something with it.
Melden Tech's speaking and training programs are available for nonprofits, community organizations, small business associations, entrepreneur networks, leadership conferences, and professional development programs. Sessions can be customized to fit your audience and your goals.
Organizations We Serve
Nonprofit organizations
Community groups
Churches
Entrepreneur networks
Small business associations
Leadership conferences
Professional development programs
Featured Sessions & Workshops
Every session can be tailored to your audience.
Below are some of the topics Melanie speaks on and trains around most often.
WORKSHOP
Protect Your Peace with AI, Automation & Systems
Between managing communication, operations, and endless to-do lists, burnout is real. This session reframes AI and automation not as added complexity, but as protection for your time and focus. Participants walk away knowing which tasks to hand off to technology first and how to start building systems that actually give them breathing room.
WORKSHOP
AI Made Simple
AI is everywhere, but most people have no idea how to actually use it in their day-to-day lives or businesses. This session cuts through the noise with practical demonstrations and real tools participants can start using immediately. No tech background required. By the end, attendees have hands-on experience and a clear starting point.
WORKSHOP
Technology Essentials for Seniors
Designed for older adults who want to feel more confident navigating everyday technology. This interactive two-part workshop covers smartphone basics, email fundamentals, easy AI tools, and practical tips that make technology feel less intimidating and more useful. Sessions are paced for comfort and built around real questions participants actually have.
Training
AI & Business Automation for Entrepreneurs
Built for business owners who are tired of doing everything manually. This training covers the specific AI agents, automation tools, and workflow systems that can handle repetitive tasks, follow up with leads, and keep a business running without requiring the owner to be available around the clock. Participants leave with a clear picture of what to automate first and how to set it up.
Speaker Session
Activate Your Confidence in Tech
Geared toward women navigating the technology space, this session draws on Melanie's experience as a Black woman with a Computer Science degree who has worked at the intersection of tech and business for over 15 years. She speaks candidly about breaking barriers, building confidence, and why more women need to see themselves as the tech people in the room.
Youth & young adult Training
Youth Tech & Entrepreneurship
Young people are growing up in a digital world but are rarely taught how to use technology to create opportunity for themselves. This program introduces youth to website development, AI tools, digital content creation, and the basics of building a digital business. The focus is on doing, not just learning, so participants leave with something they actually built.
Ready to bring this to your audience?
Whether you are planning a conference, a community event, a professional development day, or an organizational training, Melanie can work with you to design something that fits. Sessions are available in person and virtually.
Reach out to start the conversation. No pressure, just a real discussion about what your audience needs.
Past Speaking Engagements
Melanie has been invited to speak and train for a range of organizations and events, including:
Panelist
Her Voice Matters
Guest Mentor
Black Girls Do Stem
Panelist
Hello Alice and Allstate
Speaker
Ellucian
Session Presenter
College of Southern Maryland
Facilitator
Women Who Lead Connect
Ready to bring this to your audience?
Whether you are planning a conference, a community event, a professional development day, or an organizational training, Melanie can work with you to design something that fits. Sessions are available in person and virtually.
Reach out to start the conversation. No pressure, just a real discussion about what your audience needs.
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