Michelle Thames

Michelle L. Thames is a visibility strategist, award-winning podcaster, and CEO of a powerhouse marketing consultancy helping multi-passionate women entrepreneurs turn their expertise into income.
After transforming her own journey from healthcare employee to thriving digital entrepreneur, Michelle has become a sought-after voice in personal branding and organic marketing strategy. With 16+ years of experience, she’s helped startups scale to household names, built influencer programs from scratch, and coached hundreds of women to confidently show up and monetize their message.
Michelle is the host of the globally ranked podcast, Social Media Decoded, where she breaks down the latest strategies in digital marketing and personal branding with clarity and fun. She's also the founder of Elevate & Empower, a high-impact coaching community that equips women entrepreneurs with the tools to grow their visibility, build premium offers, and get paid for their expertise—without burning out.
Known for her realness, strategy-first mindset, and empowering voice, Michelle brings a unique blend of business savvy and mentorship to every client and platform she touches.
Her mission?
To help you simplify your marketing, get seen by the right people, and build a brand that pays you—consistently.