Meet Melanie Perkins

Meet Melanie Perkins

An Aussie entrepreneur who believed everyone could be a designer with the right tools 

The Early Days of Canva 

Canva started as an online tool for school yearbooks in Melanie's living room. 

Facing 100 Rejection

Investors dismissed her idea, but perseverance kept her going. 

Securing the First Investment

A small investment in 2013 was the stepping stone Canva needed to grow 

Growing a Global User Base

Canva made design accessible to everyone—students, startups, and pros. 

The $4 Billion Net Worth

Hard work transformed Melanie into one of the world's youngest female billionaires. 

What Sets Canva Apart? 

User-friendly interface, templates, and constant innovation define Canva’s success. 

Melanie's Key to Success 

Stay resilient, solve real problems, and never fear failure. 

Your Dream Is Possible! 

Melanie’s story proves that persistence turns rejection into opportunity.