ABOUT Danielle

DRIVEN TO make a difference, I SET OUT TO champion change.

Danielle A. Melton stands out as an accomplished executive leader, celebrated national speaker, coach, and an inspirational force for working mothers worldwide. Motivated by her personal struggle with burnout and maternal guilt, she founded both MOTHERboard®--a wellness solution tailored for mothers in the workplace, and Motherboard Foundation, the nonprofit extension dedicated to uplifting working moms across the USA through community engagement, events, and pivotal research.

Hi, I’m Danielle A. Melton

What began as a humble Instagram page has grown into a powerful empire, steadfast in empowering the working mother community. Danielle had the privilege of hosting over 500 women at in-person events in Oklahoma and fostering a vibrant digital community, uniting thousands of women nationwide.

Danielle's influence extends beyond her organization; she is recognized as a trusted voice for change and empowerment. Her contributions and insights have led to invitations to prestigious events, including the 2019 BET Awards and the Emmys. Her impact and vision were acknowledged when Sass Magazine named her a "Person to Watch" in 2021. Danielle's thought leadership and work have been featured in esteemed publications such as Medium, Forbes, Yahoo! News, and the HuffPost.

My mission is to redefine the narrative of work-life balance, transforming it into a reality where mothers can thrive in both their professional and personal lives.

Navigating executive leadership while being a mom pushed me to the edge. Striving for balance in a high-pressure career and motherhood, I faced burnout so intense it sent me to urgent care. This moment was a wake-up call, showing me the unsustainable reality many working moms endure. The quest for balance had become a crisis, signaling a deep need for change.

This personal low ignited a shift in me. I realized my struggle was shared by countless mothers juggling career ambitions with family life. It became clear: we need more than resilience; we need workplaces that genuinely support working mothers.

My aim? To foster work environments that understand and support the unique needs of working moms. I'm dedicated to creating spaces where mothers don't have to choose between career and family, their dual roles are recognized, and…

Burnout isn't the price of ambition.

My path from burnout to advocacy highlights the critical need for workplace evolution. It's about ensuring working moms are supported to succeed in every aspect of their lives, marking a step towards more inclusive and empathetic workplaces.