Melissa Whetstone’s Story | 2025 First Step Graduate Speaker

At the 2025 Women Mean Business Luncheon, First Step graduate speaker, Melissa Whetstone, found her path, her voice and her courage amongst some of the toughest challenges anyone one person can experience, thanks to First Step. She spoke eloquently of her journey to success, proudly revealing she now works as a Peer Specialist for The Bridge, using her personal experience living in the shelter system and overcoming depression to help others with similar challenges.

Melissa’s Instagram: @songbird.soulful