Melissa Hanson
As the Operations Leader at Propeller Ventures, Melissa ensures seamless financial, administrative, and event operations, supporting the firm’s mission to advance ocean and climate solutions. She brings a diverse background in organizational development, project management, and entrepreneurship.
Prior to joining Propeller, Melissa co-founded and led Kelpful, a worker-owned cooperative focused on regenerative seaweed farming. She has also worked as an executive assistant and business consultant, helping clients to optimize workflows and manage high-level projects. Earlier in her career, she led community outreach efforts in renewable energy and sustainable food systems.
Melissa holds an MBA from the LIFT Economy program and is passionate about building efficient systems that empower mission-driven teams. A lifelong angler and ocean advocate, she enjoys freediving, yoga, and exploring innovative ways to foster regenerative economies.
