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Melissa Blake

Port Director, Operations Port of NEOM

Melissa Blake is the Director of Operations at Port of NEOM. With an extensive international background, Blake brings proven results in operations, automation, commercial development, and large-scale project implementation, while effectively managing the interests of diverse and often competing stakeholders.

She has over two decades of global experience across North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America, and has held senior leadership roles within major logistics and maritime organisations. Her expertise includes terminal start-ups, workforce negotiations, joint venture partnerships, performance management, and driving organisational change in complex and emerging markets.
 


2026 Event Agenda Sessions

Women in Logistics: Breaking Barriers, Building Careers

Showcasing successful initiatives and career pathways increasing the participation of women across logistics and maritime, through personal reflections and insight into training, coaching, and mentoring, alongside real-world examples – such as the Port of NEOM’s crane operator programme – supporting operational and leadership progression.

 

Wednesday 04 February 15:45 - 16:15 Main Stage

Add to calendar 02/04/2026 15:45 02/04/2026 16:15 Women in Logistics: Breaking Barriers, Building Careers

Showcasing successful initiatives and career pathways increasing the participation of women across logistics and maritime, through personal reflections and insight into training, coaching, and mentoring, alongside real-world examples – such as the Port of NEOM’s crane operator programme – supporting operational and leadership progression.

 

Main Stage Asia/Dubai