Melanie Perkins

Melanie Perkins is a notable entrepreneur known for her role as the CEO & Co-founder at Canva, a leading design platform aimed at empowering individuals worldwide in graphic design.

She has a strong educational background, having studied Innovation Excellence Program (Commercializing Innovation) at University of Western Australia and earned a BA in Arts/Commerce with a focus on Communications, Psychology, Marketing, and Management from the same institution.

Prior to her success with Canva, Perkins founded and served as a Director at Fusion Books, showcasing her knack for entrepreneurship and innovation.

Her early career roles include a Public Relations Internship at Weber Shandwick and a Multimedia Centre Technical Assistant and Tutor position at The University of Western Australia, displaying a diverse range of skills and experiences.

Perkins continues to drive creativity and democratize design through her work with the Canva team, making significant strides in the graphic design industry.