In this episode of Women Who Shred, we sit down with Melissa DaSilva, a snowboard instructor and CASI tech team member who carved a bold new path -transitioning from an artistic start to a career in interior design to making waves in the snowboarding world. Melissa shares her inspiring journey of turning a side passion into a full-time profession, the challenges of navigating a male-dominated industry, and her mission to make snowboarding more inclusive for historically marginalized groups.
We explore her experiences as a trainer, mentor, and advocate, her approach to teaching and coaching, and the mindset it takes to thrive in the snowboarding industry. Whether you’re an aspiring snowboarder, a champion for diversity in outdoor sports, or someone drawn to stories of fearless career transformations, this episode is packed with motivation, insight, and game-changing advice!
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