With experience spanning government, corporate, and not-for-profit sectors, Mariana has developed a multifaceted approach to leadership and change. She has advised on employee-centred strategies that empower transformation, has worked with Executive Level 1 and 2 leaders in government, coached professionals across industries and facilitated dynamic workshops that help organisations align their people to their vision. Her portfolio is broad, but her focus is clear: helping leaders effectively communicate, inspire action, and build workplaces where people can thrive.

What sets Mariana apart is her style, direct yet empathetic, practical yet inspiring. She doesn’t just deliver frameworks; she creates experiences that challenges assumptions and spark action. Whether coaching rising stars or facilitating strategic planning, she brings clarity and focus to help leaders tackle today’s challenges with confidence.

Mariana is a certified Level 2 organisational coach through the Institute of Executive Coaching and Leadership (IECL). She also holds certifications in Hogan Assessments (HPI, HDS, MVPI and 360), a master’s degree in business management from Swinburne University of Technology, and a Bachelor’s degree in Corporate Communications. She is a former SCMP-certified member of the Global Communication Certification Council.