Nice to meet you!

Hey there! I’m Melissa Thury — Founder and Coach at Balance & Business with Melissa.

First and foremost, I’m a wife and mom. My husband Jeremy and I live in Jamestown, ND with our two daughters, Ramsey and Merritt. As a family, we love traveling, camping, card and board games, good food, and cozy movie nights. I’m also a lifelong book lover, passionate about literacy, and a strong advocate for mental health — especially after watching people close to me face those challenges.

So how did I end up here?

After nearly 12 years in Healthcare Administration and over 7 years in direct sales, I realized I was craving something more aligned with my strengths — teaching, connecting, and helping others grow. I finally followed that nudge in early 2025 and launched my coaching business.

Now, I get to do what lights me up: support women in building a business that fits their life, not the other way around. I believe you can have big goals and strong boundaries — and I’m here to help you create both.

Random Fun Facts:

If I ever go missing, check the nearest bookstore.

I’m the kind of person who keeps a book in my bag just in case.

My go-to coffee order? Hot, caramel, non-dairy anything!

I believe every family game night should involve some light smack talk and we never let our kids win!