Melinda launched Moore Ventures to invest in businesses that are taking on the world’s largest environmental challenges and creating an impact. Her specialty lies at the intersection of operations, investment, and emerging markets where I have developed a deep understanding of social ventures, the challenges CEOs face, and best practices for growth.

She is an impact investor, social entrepreneur, author, and frequent speaker at leading global technology conferences.  With over 15 years as a start-up leader (two exits) and Fortune 500 experience, she has combined my passion and experience in health & sustainability, female empowerment, tech & digital media. Her work has been widely recognized by Digital LA (Top 50 Digital Women in 2015), the Green Business Bureau, and the National Association of Women Business Owners’ Hall of Fame.

After selling the successful green e-commerce site LovingEco to John Paul Dejoria in 2012, she co-founded TuesdayNights, an invite-only networking organization of female executives and entrepreneurs to help move women forward in an impactful way. The growing list of event sponsors includes Deloitte, Google, Lifetime and Silicon Valley Bank, TriNet, and UBS.

Melinda serves on the board of the non-profit organization Sense of Home which was awarded CNN Hero of the Year. She is an advisor to LOVE GOODLY, a natural lifestyle subscription service. 
 
Melinda published my first book 'How to Raise Money: The Ultimate Guide to Crowdfunding' available on Amazon, and is a graduate of UCLA with a BA in psychology.

About Us: Burkland gives startups a solid foundation to grow with confidence. We provide the expertise that makes economic sense for all growth stages - ranging from Pre-Seed to Series C. Our on-demand CFOs, accountants, HR, and tax experts give strategic guidance to ease a company’s growing pains and provide financial and operational insight to scale. 

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