On this episode of the WOW Show, Vernaire is joined by the exceptional multimedia journalist and media entrepreneur, Melissa Noel.

Melissa has made a significant impact in the news media and travel industry, focusing on the Caribbean and the Global Black diaspora. As the Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Mel&N Media, Melissa specializes in strategic communications, creative storytelling, and multimedia production, helping to amplify diverse voices globally.

An accomplished international correspondent, Melissa holds roles such as Contributing News and Politics Editor at ESSENCE Magazine and Caribbean Community Editor at Documented NY. She is also a Pulitzer Center grantee, an Ethel Payne International Reporting Fellow, and co-chair of the National Association of Black Journalists’ global journalism task force.

In this episode, you will learn about:

• The power of strategic storytelling
• Navigating and succeeding in the media industry
• Amplifying diverse voices and equitable representation
• Melissa’s journey as a global journalist
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If you're seeking inspiration and insight into the media landscape, this episode is a must-listen. Melissa’s story will educate, motivate, and inspire you.

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