Melissa McGovern as a Speaker
Melissa McGovern "The Sober New Yorker: Redefining Success, One Drink-Free Choice at a Time"
At The Sober New Yorker, we are dedicated to helping professional women transform their relationship with alcohol so they can live longer and healthier lives.
Pause, Reflect, Thrive: Rethink Your Relationship with Alcohol
What if taking a break from alcohol could change everything? Many professional women start with a short pause—only to discover they feel sharper, healthier, and more in control than ever before. I help high-achievers explore this powerful shift, guiding them to rethink their relationship with alcohol in a way that feels empowering, not restrictive. Whether you choose to cut back, take an extended break, or step away for good, you deserve the clarity and confidence that come from making an intentional choice. Your best life is waiting—let’s explore what’s possible together.
Melissa McGovern - The Sober New Yorker
Melissa McGovern is a 5X certified alcohol-free life coach, speaker, and advocate for women seeking to redefine their relationship with alcohol. After experiencing a personal health scare and profound loss, she made the life-changing decision to remove alcohol from her life—and never looked back. Now, she helps professional women discover the clarity, confidence, and freedom that come with an alcohol-free lifestyle.
Melissa speaks on the transformative benefits of taking a break from drinking, often revealing how a temporary pause can lead to a permanent, empowered choice. She challenges limiting beliefs, encourages women to push beyond their comfort zones, and provides practical tools for creating a healthier, more fulfilling life—one that doesn’t revolve around alcohol.
A proud New Yorker originally from Wisconsin, Melissa balances her love for city life with Midwestern roots. She’s a passionate Broadway enthusiast, an avid traveler, and a devoted Green Bay Packers fan. Married for 25 years, she is also the proud mother of two grown children and a lifelong cat lover.
Through her brand, The Sober New Yorker, Melissa inspires women to question society’s drinking norms, reclaim their power, and step boldly into the next chapter of their lives—alcohol-free and unstoppable.
Speech Titles
"Try This On for Size"
What if a simple 30-, 60-, or 90-day break from alcohol could transform your health, mindset, and overall well-being? In Try This On for Size, Melissa McGovern shares her personal journey of taking a 90-day break from drinking—one that began as doctor’s orders but ultimately led her to quit alcohol for good.
Through compelling insights and real-life examples, Melissa explores the powerful benefits of stepping away from alcohol, from improved sleep and mental clarity to increased confidence and energy. She challenges the audience to rethink common beliefs about drinking, offering a fresh perspective on what life can look like without it.
This speech leaves attendees with an open-ended question: Could this be the change they—or someone they love—have been searching for? Whether they’re sober-curious or simply interested in making healthier choices, Try This On for Size invites them to take a step outside their comfort zone and consider the possibilities.
"Beyond the Glass: Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs"
What if the biggest thing holding you back isn’t alcohol itself, but the beliefs you’ve built around it? In Beyond the Glass: Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs, Melissa McGovern challenges the deeply ingrained narratives that keep so many women stuck in unhealthy drinking habits. She explores the fears, social pressures, and self-imposed limits that make stepping away from alcohol feel impossible—and shows how pushing past them can open the door to a healthier, more empowered life.
Through personal stories, thought-provoking insights, and actionable strategies, Melissa encourages the audience to reframe their mindset, question what they’ve always believed, and embrace the discomfort that leads to transformation. This inspiring talk leaves listeners with a powerful realization: real change isn’t about willpower—it’s about shifting perspectives and daring to step into a better, bolder version of themselves.
