Melissa Hopkins has been appointed Chief of Staff to entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and transformation strategist Taryn Brumfitt. It marks a high-profile partnership ahead of an ambitious new phase in purpose-led leadership and global business impact.
In a Linkedin post, Brumfitt shared that she and Hopkins first connected six years ago at a conference in Fiji, where she was speaking.
“Our paths have kept orbiting each other. Now, I couldn’t be more excited to officially join forces,” Brumfitt said.
Hopkins is known as one of Australia’s top commercial marketers and her career spans over two decades, across industries and global brands, such as Vodafone in the UK, Optus and Seven West Media.
Brumfitt said: “Mel brings strength, vision, momentum — and a huge amount of heart — to this next chapter. She’s known for navigating complexity with clarity, and for delivering results that matter.”
Hopkins’ appointment comes as Brumfitt prepares to expand her global speaking business with the launch of Get It!, a new keynote designed to unlock boldness and action in audiences worldwide.
Also launching is Embrace@Work, Brumfitt’s new program focused on embedding purpose, wellbeing, and authenticity into workplace culture.
“Everything we’re building now is about transforming intention into action — and action into real, lasting impact. With Mel in this pivotal role, the work will be bolder, smarter, and more impactful than ever.”
Hopkins also shared the news on her LinkedIn and said in the post that she was “beyond excited” for the opportunity.
“Creating impact, building with purpose and optimism for people or businesses is my happy place. Getting to partner with the amazing Taryn Brumfitt and help both her and the team super charge growth to the next level a dream.
“Being able to do this and keep my foot in consulting and a couple of other secret squirrel gigs provides me amazing depth and perspective. But mostly, my number one priority now is who I partner with, our shared ambitions and that they share the same fire and respect.
“Taryn Brumfitt is just that. One amazing brave soul, who believed she could make a difference and well built the plane whilst flying it. Having reached over 200 million peeps, I look forward to taking you to 200 million more and having a blast along the way.”
Top image: Taryn Brumfitt and Mel Hokins