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Melissa Moore  

Best-Selling Author, Domestic Abuse Advocate, Emmy Nominee

Melissa G. Moore is the daughter of Keith Hunter Jesperson, a man infamously known as the Happy Face serial killer. Melissa's intuition and courage forged a drive within her to create a new way of lifeā€”one rich with contribution and full of meaning. As a national best-selling author and domestic abuse prevention advocate, she shares a dynamic message of having the courage to shine through adversity and the unlimited power of choice in our lives.

Moore has developed an expertise on domestic and dating abuse through her personal experiences of living in a home with domestic violence as well as being a victim of dating abuse. By using tact and compelling stories of real-life examples, Moore provides insights, strength, and encouragement, as well as hope to women who blame themselves. She delivers speeches on topics such as breaking free from domestic abuse and recognizing relationship abuse. Her book "Shattered Silence: The Untold Story of a Serial Killer's Daughter" delves deeper into her personal story and the broader issues of domestic violence.

Moore has been sought out as a positive example of how we do not have to be products of our circumstances. Melissa is a firm believer that we have the power within ourselves to rise above our past and create the life we choose. She has appeared on "The Oprah Winfrey Show," "Dr. Phil," "Good Morning America," "Fox News," and other notable media. She was nominated for a 2016 Emmy for her investigative reporting and production for "Crime Watch Daily" and has interviewed participants from the Netflix documentary series "Making a Murderer." Additionally, Moore has been featured in "People" and "In Touch" magazines, among others.

Speech Topics


When Love Hurts: Recognizing Relationship Abuse

This keynote places focus on the warning signs and symptoms of relationship abuse. Keynote speaker Melissa Moore shares her story of recovering from partner violence and what empowered bystanders can do to support at-risk women and teens.

Shattered Silence: Breaking Free from Domestic Abuse

Through her fascinating story, inspirational speaker Melissa Moore shares her personal journey of surviving a childhood of domestic violence and child abuse. She recounts the defining moments that built resiliency within her as well as provided the courage she needed to create a way out. Audiences will discover the destructive grip domestic violence inflicts and the strength required to break free.

When Love Hurts: Understanding Dating Violence and Domestic Abuse

Leave Your Legacy: Healthy Families Start With You

The Courage to Change: Defining your Personal Value and Life Purpose

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