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Melva’s expertise and unique story have led to her being featured and published in a variety of publications, and invited to speak as a guest at conferences and more. Read some of her articles, watch her conference highlights and get to know her speaker experiences below. If you’d like Melva in your magazine, on your blog, or as a guest speaker on your podcast or at an event, please direct press inquiries here.
COVER STORY: Women Who Rock with Success Media
Melva frontlines the cover of “Women Who Rock with Success Media” and is interviewed in a delightful 6-page spread.
What a Wedding Planner Can Save You (Hint: It’s More Than Money)
A LaJoy Plans wedding tablescape is featured on this “Best of” PartySlate article.
17 Best Gala Event Venues in Washington, D.C. for a Prestigious Fundraiser
Melva offers her expertise as an event planner, weighing in on favorite venues, for what and why.
CMP Spotlight: Get to Know Melva LaJoy Legrand, CMP
Melva is interviewed by the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) Program, sharing her journey, exam tips and advice for the next wave of event planners.
Meeting Professional Continuing Education: CMP Spotlights
Melva is spotlighted by the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) Program! “I am inspired and motivated because, for me, events are a way I can contribute to the world and leave it a little better than how I found it…”
Being in the Room vs. at the Table: HQ Magazine Spread
Melva is interviewed by HQ Association magazine, speaking about leadership, what needs more focus in the events industry, and more.
Five Things You Need To Be A Highly Effective Leader During Turbulent Times
Melva shares with Medium the “Five Things You Need To Be A Highly Effective Leader During Turbulent Times”
The Importance of Service in Leadership
Upon receiving the Events Industry Council’s “Social Impact Award,” Melva muses on the importance of service in leadership.
Industry Innovators 2022: Melva LaJoy Legrand
Melva discusses being inspired by connecting and collaborating with her clients, team, and industry peers.
Inspiring Conversations with Melva LaJoy Legrand
Melva shares her journey and resolutions with Voyage Baltimore readers.
How To Be An Ally For Black Women In The Workplace
Melva offers guidance on how individuals can support Black women in the workforce.
Black Women’s Equal Pay Day
In honor of Black Women’s Equal Pay Day, Melva discusses navigating blackness in search of equity throughout her career.
Event Pros Discuss What's Helping Them Do Their Jobs
Melva LaJoy and others discuss tricks and tips of how they manage the demands of event planning.
Watch: DC Event Coalition - Hidden Figures
Melva moderates a thoughtful panel on race, equity and the events industry. Powerful insights from DC event professionals are included.
Beyond The Blackout
Beyond the Blackout was co-created by Melva to showcase local Black-owned, event-industry businesses and more.
What Shirley Chisholm Taught Me About Blackness
Melva guest authors about the impact of knowing the first Black major-party presidential candidate, icon Shirley Chisholm.
