Melissa Manley

Co-Chair of the Hilton KZN Boardroom

With over ten years of experience in counseling and business coaching, Melissa Manley serves as a vital resource for entrepreneurs navigating the complexities of leadership. Since 2017, she has built a career centered on the intersection of human behavior and business growth, having founded and managed several service-based ventures. This hands-on experience allows her to speak deeply to the emotional and operational hurdles of business ownership, from 1:1 client work to large-scale digital offerings.

Currently serving as the Co-chair of the Leadership Boardroom in Hilton, KZN, Melissa is known for her ability to articulate the underlying feelings and needs of those she leads and mentors. Her background in integrative health and psychology allows her to offer a grounded, multidisciplinary approach to professional development. Clients describe her as easy to open up to, consistently reporting a sense of lightness and clarity after working with her. Whether through her leadership roles or her online platforms, Melissa remains dedicated to supporting a community of business owners who value intentionality and work-life balance. You can follow her insights on LinkedIn or via @sleepwellbymel on Instagram and Facebook.

Melissa Manley

Co-Chair of the Hilton KZN Boardroom

With over ten years of experience in counseling and business coaching, Melissa Manley serves as a vital resource for entrepreneurs navigating the complexities of leadership. Since 2017, she has built a career centered on the intersection of human behavior and business growth, having founded and managed several service-based ventures. This hands-on experience allows her to speak deeply to the emotional and operational hurdles of business ownership, from 1:1 client work to large-scale digital offerings.

Currently serving as the Co-chair of the Leadership Boardroom in Hilton, KZN, Melissa is known for her ability to articulate the underlying feelings and needs of those she leads and mentors. Her background in integrative health and psychology allows her to offer a grounded, multidisciplinary approach to professional development. Clients describe her as easy to open up to, consistently reporting a sense of lightness and clarity after working with her. Whether through her leadership roles or her online platforms, Melissa remains dedicated to supporting a community of business owners who value intentionality and work-life balance. You can follow her insights on LinkedIn or via @sleepwellbymel on Instagram and Facebook.

Chris Manley

Co-Chair of the Hilton KZN Boardroom

Chris Manley is a hospitality general manager, business owner, and performance coach with over a decade of experience spanning the hospitality, education, and human performance sectors. For the past six years, he has served as a General Manager in the hospitality industry, where he oversees daily operations and leads teams of staff through strategic business development, recruitment, and performance management.

His professional foundation is rooted in sports science, having spent four years as a coach and teacher in that field. This background provides Chris with a unique understanding of human performance, stress management, and the creation of sustainable systems—principles he now applies to the business world. Currently, he manages The Knoll Historic Guest Farm and is the co-founder of Knoll Events. In these roles, he has been instrumental in designing the operational structures and efficiencies required to scale high-quality events and guest experiences.

Known for a calm and logical demeanor, Chris excels in high-pressure environments. He is recognized by partners and teams for his ability to identify operational bottlenecks and implement practical solutions that drive growth. His approach focuses on helping businesses and individuals perform at a high level without the typical burnout associated with the industry.

Chris Manley

Co-Chair of the Hilton KZN Boardroom

Chris Manley is a hospitality general manager, business owner, and performance coach with over a decade of experience spanning the hospitality, education, and human performance sectors. For the past six years, he has served as a General Manager in the hospitality industry, where he oversees daily operations and leads teams of staff through strategic business development, recruitment, and performance management.

His professional foundation is rooted in sports science, having spent four years as a coach and teacher in that field. This background provides Chris with a unique understanding of human performance, stress management, and the creation of sustainable systems—principles he now applies to the business world. Currently, he manages The Knoll Historic Guest Farm and is the co-founder of Knoll Events. In these roles, he has been instrumental in designing the operational structures and efficiencies required to scale high-quality events and guest experiences.

Known for a calm and logical demeanor, Chris excels in high-pressure environments. He is recognized by partners and teams for his ability to identify operational bottlenecks and implement practical solutions that drive growth. His approach focuses on helping businesses and individuals perform at a high level without the typical burnout associated with the industry.