Melanie Young

Melanie Young

Keynote Speaker: Breast Cancer Survivor; Health & Wellness Advocate; Author

Melanie Young Biography

Melanie Young knows how to face challenges with grit, grace, and wit and re-frame them to make things happen for the better. She a motivational muse for anyone who feels stuck and who wants to reignite their personal or professional brand and she is a living example of turning stumbling blocks into stepping stones.

After surviving breast cancer, Young wrote her first book, 2013's "Getting Things Off My Chest: A Survivor’s Guide to Staying Fearless & Fabulous in the Face of Breast Cancer," to help newly diagnosed women stay focused and make smarter choices about caring for their well-being during and after treatment. "Getting Things Off My Chest" received both the 2014 International Book Award and USA Best Book Award for Cancer Health topics.

“Breast cancer is a journey no one wants to take but sadly it is a road well traveled by many women. I spoke with survivors to prepare and then mapped out my own plan to face my diagnosis. I decided to use the experience to rebuild my body, retool my diet, and restructure my life to remove the dead weight and focus on doing what I enjoy and what joy I can help bring to others.” Young's second book, 2014's "Fearless Fabulous You! – Lessons on Living Life on Your Terms," is filled with inspirational insights to recharge your spirit and revalue your self-worth.

“I wrote 'Fearless Fabulous You' to motivate anyone who wants to redefine how they want to live. Sometimes we just need a hard reset to reassess our goals. I was not prepared for the post-traumatic stress I experienced after facing down breast cancer and losing my beloved father in the same year. Healing the soul takes more time than healing the body. For me writing was therapy and my way to develop the next chapters of my life with renewed purpose to help and inspire others.”

Young hosts a national radio show for women called “Fearless Fabulous You!," which airs Mondays at 4 p.m. ET on W4WN.com Radio -- The Women 4 Women Radio Network, presented by Talk 4 Media and Talk 4 Radio. With her husband, David Ransom, she co-hosts “The Connected Table LIVE” Wednesdays 2 p.m. ET on W4CY radio.

Young is active in many organizations and charitable efforts to support women’s health, education, and careers. She recipient of the Handcraft Heroes Breast Cancer Awareness Award and the Caring Advocate for Recovery Through the Arts Award. Her articles have appeared in Huffington Post, MindBodyGreen, Breast Cancer Wellness Magazine, and Everyday Health.

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Melanie Young Speaking Topics

Balancing Lifestyle and Business

  • Staying Fearless: how to deal with a health setback without being sidelined

  • work full time and, like me, are the primary income generator

  • Staying Fabulous: simple ways to fight stress, create balance and have more energy through diet, exercise and disconnecting

  • (De) Stressed for Success: how to organize and prioritize your day/week for optimum results and minimal stress

  • If she could start all over again: 10 things she would tell her younger self starting out in life/business

  • Laughing your way to the bank: How to pursue a passion or pleasure and turn it into profit

  • Make the Connection: 5/10 tips on building your brand’s platform from a marketing expert

  • What color is your pasture? Tips on reinventing your career

Breast Cancer Management: Staying Fearless and Fabulous

  • Breast Reconstruction: Understanding your rights and options: her book covers options for both reconstruction and opting not to reconstruct and your choices

  • BRCA genetic testing: what it means (She tested positive after undergoing treatment and chose prophylactic surgery to remove her ovaries and fallopian tubes.

  • Boosting self image during cancer treatment through exercise, skin care, makeup and hair/wig care

  • 5/10 essential questions to ask if you have been diagnosed for your A) surgeon B) reconstruction specialist C) oncologist

  • Five health management essentials if you have been diagnosed

  • Managing your cancer communications: from what to say, how to respond to questions and choosing a gatekeeper

  • Tips for caregivers

  • Great gift ideas for the patient

Melanie Young Videos

Melanie Young, Author/Wellness Advocate, Getting Things Off My Chest

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What topics does Melanie Young speak about?

Melanie Young is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Cancer, Diversity & Inclusion, Authors, Empowerment, Women's Empowerment, Cancer Survivors, Overcoming Adversity, Inspirational, Motivational, Health and Women's Health.

Where does Melanie Young travel from?

Melanie Young generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Melanie Young?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Melanie Young for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Melanie Young for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Melanie Young or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Melanie Young is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Cancer, Diversity & Inclusion and Authors. The estimated speaking fee range to book Melanie Young for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Melanie Young generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Leslie Mouton, Heidi Floyd and Carmen Brown Marshall. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Melanie Young for an upcoming event.

Melanie Young Speaking Topics

  • Balancing Lifestyle and Business

    • Staying Fearless: how to deal with a health setback without being sidelined

    • work full time and, like me, are the primary income generator

    • Staying Fabulous: simple ways to fight stress, create balance and have more energy through diet, exercise and disconnecting

    • (De) Stressed for Success: how to organize and prioritize your day/week for optimum results and minimal stress

    • If she could start all over again: 10 things she would tell her younger self starting out in life/business

    • Laughing your way to the bank: How to pursue a passion or pleasure and turn it into profit

    • Make the Connection: 5/10 tips on building your brand’s platform from a marketing expert

    • What color is your pasture? Tips on reinventing your career

  • Breast Cancer Management: Staying Fearless and Fabulous

    • Breast Reconstruction: Understanding your rights and options: her book covers options for both reconstruction and opting not to reconstruct and your choices

    • BRCA genetic testing: what it means (She tested positive after undergoing treatment and chose prophylactic surgery to remove her ovaries and fallopian tubes.

    • Boosting self image during cancer treatment through exercise, skin care, makeup and hair/wig care

    • 5/10 essential questions to ask if you have been diagnosed for your A) surgeon B) reconstruction specialist C) oncologist

    • Five health management essentials if you have been diagnosed

    • Managing your cancer communications: from what to say, how to respond to questions and choosing a gatekeeper

    • Tips for caregivers

    • Great gift ideas for the patient

Melanie Young Videos

Melanie Young, Author/Wellness Advocate, Getting Things Off My Chest
  • How do I book Melanie Young to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Melanie Young for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Melanie Young, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Melanie Young or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Melanie Young for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Melanie Young, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Melanie Young are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Melanie Young, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Melanie Young speak about?

    Melanie Young is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Cancer, Diversity & Inclusion, Authors, Empowerment, Women's Empowerment, Cancer Survivors, Overcoming Adversity, Inspirational, Motivational, Health and Women's Health.
  • Where does Melanie Young travel from?

    Melanie Young generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Melanie Young?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Melanie Young for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Melanie Young for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Melanie Young or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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