About Melissa
Building Lives and Businesses from the Inside Out.
By the time she turned 18, Melissa Dotson had moved 33 times, an upbringing that taught her adaptability, gratitude, and the value of perseverance. Those early challenges taught her resilience, fueled her determination, and shaped her into the resourceful leader she is today.
Melissa’s professional journey began in accounting, but it was her entrepreneurial spirit that drove her to learn every aspect of the business she worked for. In 2019, after years of hard work and leadership, she became the proud owner of Rieke Interiors. Under her guidance, the company is flourishing, balancing profitability with a people-first approach.
At the heart of Melissa’s leadership philosophy is a commitment to personal fulfillment. She has spent over 20 years studying and practicing personal development, integrating these principles into her life and business. Her team members are not just employees—they are valued individuals whose personal and professional growth is nurtured through programs like the “15 Commitments to Conscious Leadership” and tools like the Culture Index.
Melissa is not only a successful CEO but also a passionate advocate for self-awareness and purpose-driven living. Her own life experiences, from overcoming personal obstacles to battling serious health challenges, have deepened her empathy and fueled her determination to help others thrive. She believes that transformation begins with small, consistent steps toward change.
Melissa’s journey from survival mode to success is a testament to the power of mindset and action. She now focuses on sharing her hard-earned insights through speaking engagements, workshops, and coaching. Melissa’s ultimate goal? To inspire individuals and organizations to unlock their potential, embrace purpose, and create meaningful lives.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Melissa is a proud mother of two and a grandmother of two. She finds joy in activities like boating and spending time on a beach—places that ground her and remind her of the beauty in life’s simple pleasures.
Melissa’s life philosophy is summed up in a single phrase: “Everything always works out for me.” Through this lens, she turns challenges into opportunities and helps others do the same.
Discover How Melissa Can Help You Grow
- Coaching
- Workshops
- Speaking Engagements
- Culture Transformation