Melissa S. Maher is the Founder and CEO of Pinnacle Enterprises Group, a leadership advisory and executive coaching firm partnering with senior leaders, founders, and organizations navigating growth, transformation, and high-stakes moments. A former Expedia Group C-suite executive, Melissa brings decades of experience across travel, hospitality, technology, and global partnerships. Known for her ability to help leaders sharpen their leadership voice, make sound strategic decisions, and lead with clarity and credibility, Melissa works with executives facing complex change, heightened visibility, and evolving stakeholder demands. Previously, Melissa served as Chief Marketing Officer and Senior Vice President of Marketing and Industry Engagement at Expedia Group and was appointed the company’s first Chief Inclusion Officer. Earlier in her career, she led global commercial and partner organizations as Senior Vice President of the Global Partner Group. She is the author of Holding Your Own: Speaking, Acting, and Winning in the Business World, a practical leadership guide focused on self-advocacy, executive presence, and influence. Melissa is also a sought-after speaker and facilitator, delivering keynotes and executive programs across the travel, hospitality, and broader business ecosystem. Her leadership has been recognized by Hotel Management as one of the 30 Influential People, and by the International Hospitality Institute as one of the 50 Most Influential and 100 Most Inspirational People in the global travel industry.