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Portrait of Mela Lawson

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mela@goaldbrand.com

I'm Mela, a Global Brand Marketer and Influencer based in Raleigh, North Carolina. I partner with brands on the precipice of growth to turn customers into loyal fans through culturally relevant campaigns, impactful storytelling, and community-driven activations. I’ve built social influence that has grown to over 80,000 people across platforms, with over 5 million impressions online.

With 11+ years driving 360° campaigns across lifestyle, SaaS, and financial services, I translate strategy into integrated creative that delivers measurable growth. I create, consult, write, ideate, partner with, and build from scratch some of the world’s most beloved — and soon to be beloved — brands.

Mastering the story and translating it into effective content marketing is really my thing.

Now, I want to work with you.

[Ask me about Founder brands here.]

MELA LAWSON

Founder & Principal Strategist

NFL 
Atlassian
Michael Kors
Non-Profits
student freedom initiative
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When I'm not repositioning brands for ultimate growth, I am sharing personal stories and cultivating communities online, reaching millions across the globe.

With over 80,000 followers across platforms, my content inspires millions (literally) to live well personally and communally by sharing the wisdom, tools, and products that have helped me along the way.

My work spans SaaS, financial services, beloved lifestyle brands, and community organizations with expertise in full-funnel campaign strategies, go-to-market planning, and influencer-driven engagement.

From leading a $20M global rebrand at Atlassian to creating a grassroots fan experience with the Tennessee Titans, I combine strategic rigor with social fluency to expand audience reach and increase brand awareness, both locally and globally.

Skillset/Services

Brand Strategy & Positioning

Brand Marketing & Activations

Building Founder Brands

Storytelling

Content Marketing (Social, Collateral)

Media Planning

Fan Experiences

Customer Experience/Journey

Latest Projects

Student Freedom Initiative | Repositioning Robert Smith’s Non-Profit

Tennessee Titans, NFL | Community-driven Fan Experience

Featured Work

Tennessee Titans, NFL

Atlassian

Student Freedom Initiative

Wilden Portfolio Park

Veronica Beard

Michael Kors

Marc Jacobs Fragrance

Buxom Beauty

Let’s work together.

Can you afford to be in the same position this time next year? If not, then the work starts now. Complete the form, and I’ll be in touch within 24 hours.

Let’s get it done.