After 27 years in banking and finance, Melissa McGuire decided it was time to invest in herself. The day after her daughter left for college, she enrolled in the Crummer Executive MBA program—an experience that would change her life. In this video, Melissa shares what it meant to return to school later in life, how the program reignited her professional passion, and why she’s now planning a major move to Italy. 👉 Hear how global exposure, inspiring faculty, and deep cultural immersion helped Melissa rediscover her purpose. 👉 Discover why she says Crummer "far exceeded expectations." ✨ A story of growth, courage, and a new kind of leadership—rooted in people, values, and vision. Learn more about Crummer’s Executive MBA: https://crummer.rollins.edu/programs-and-offerings/executive-mba/ 📍 Highlights: 00:00 – After 27 years in banking, Melissa makes a bold decision the day after her daughter leaves for college 00:35 – How upcoming changes at work opened the door to new opportunities 01:03 – A deep dive into her Italian heritage—and why the Global Immersion matters 01:34 – Why Crummer’s rich educational and cultural experience exceeded every expectation 02:14 – The woman who inspired Melissa’s dream of living in Italy 02:49 – How a flexible, remote career made a non-traditional lifestyle possible 03:10 – Melissa’s biggest takeaway: it’s never too late to reinvent yourself