Melissa Hale
Power Platform Developer @ Mace
Liverpool, United Kingdom
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Melissa Hale is a Power Platform Developer who transitioned from pursuing a PhD in venom and parasite research to finding a more fulfilling career and work-life balance in tech. With a strong background in SharePoint, Power Automate and Canvas Apps, Melissa has transformed business practices in both start ups and large firms. Beyond her professional role, she dedicates her expertise to the charity "Collaboration for Kids," enhancing their operations through the Power Platform. Based in Liverpool, United Kingdom, Melissa is enthusiastic about learning and growing within the Power Platform community. Melissa is dedicated to leveraging ethical AI and responsible technology to create meaningful and efficient solutions for organisations.
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Dropout to Developer
What do snake venoms, dropping out of a PhD, and Microsoft Power Platform have in common? They all shaped my journey from science to tech. After nearly a decade of academic research, I found myself on the brink of earning my doctorate but knew I needed a change. Walking away from my chosen path taught me invaluable lessons about resilience, adaptability, and the power of transferable skills.
In this session, I’ll share my personal story of transforming doubt into opportunity and the tools that made it possible. You’ll learn how to reframe your skills for a new career, build a compelling resume, and optimise your LinkedIn profile. We’ll also explore strategies for navigating the job market, succeeding in interviews, and leveraging Microsoft certifications to stand out. I’ll provide a brief overview of the Microsoft certification roadmap and show how it can support your transition into a new field while boosting your employability.
Whether you're seeking to rebuild your career or acquire new skills in today's tech-driven world, this talk will help you to embrace change, explore opportunities in the technology sector, and chart a path toward a promising professional future.
Power Platform for Good!
What: This talk gives the attendees insights into how someone like me, with a scientific non-technical background ended up as a developer for a consulting company and a volunteer for a charity – “Collaboration for Kids”. Expect to learn how I used Power Platform to transform this charity’s digital space in a meaningful way, and how you can collaborate with your local charities of NGOs with something you already know! I will show you how I created a useful intranet and some process automations, with a strong focus on promoting healthier choices for children and adults. All powered by Microsoft Technology – Business Applications and Modern Workplace.
Why: Non-profit organisations are facing increasing pressure to optimise their operations and invest most of their time in supporting the cause. By leveraging technology, this goal can be more easily achieved, addressing challenges in communication, manual workloads, and other areas. If you want to learn how to go above and beyond with your local charity by using Power Platform, this is the talk for you!
How: Expect engaging storytelling, live demos, practical cases of Power Automate and SharePoint working together, tips on how to work with diverse Stakeholders and much more!
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• Concrete - and cool - examples of applying Power Platform for non-profit organisations.
• Strategies for effective collaboration and user adoption.
• Inspiration to go back home, bring your tech skills to the table, and help your local charity.
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