Melissa Ballesteros is a Microsoft MVP and Manager of AI and Legal Technology Adoption at an international law AM Law 200 firm, where she leads firmwide AI adoption efforts. With nearly 15 years of experience in legal technology and a background in IT training and aviation sales management, Melissa excels at translating complex technology into practical, intuitive tools that people actually enjoy using.
She is the co‑founder of the Rockstar Women in AI Community, a global initiative empowering women and helping them find their place in an AI‑powered universe, and an active ILTA volunteer, contributing to education, collaboration, and advancement across the legal technology community. Melissa also serves on the Board of Advisors for Altruva.ai, where she provides strategic insight on responsible AI adoption and meaningful human engagement.