Leading Business Consulting Australia

What our clients say

Over the years, Mariana had had the privilege of working with individuals and organisations across diverse sectors—public, private, and not-for-profit in Australia and internationally. From navigating complex employee change initiatives to driving leadership development and providing strategic communication advice, she has helped clients overcome challenges, unlock their potential, and achieve meaningful growth.

We are proud to share the success stories of the leaders and teams we’ve worked with, where together, we’ve turned vision into action and created lasting impact. These stories are a testament to the power of clear communication, strong leadership, and effective change management in transforming organisations and driving success.

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"Working with Mariana was a fantastic experience. Her insight, perceptiveness, and mentoring encouraged me to grow as a confident, self-reflective leader. Mariana helped me unlock new leadership skills and improve my interactions. I highly recommend her to any public or private sector agency looking to enhance leadership capacity and achieve leadership excellence."

Alex Brook, Director at Australian Government Department of Education

"Mariana is highly respected for her integrity, proactive communication, and unwavering commitment. She adapts her approach to each stakeholder, ensuring the best outcomes. Her energy, tenacity, and ability to build long-term relationships make her a trusted partner, consistently delivering excellent results and exceeding expectations."

Andrew Springall, Project Director, AECOM

"Mariana is an exceptional coach who creates a safe, supportive space for growth. Her empathetic and results-driven approach helped me regain focus, redefine my goals, and develop actionable strategies during a challenging time. Her active listening and insightful guidance truly set her apart. Highly recommended!"

Gerardo Estaba, Principal Partner Solutions Architect, Amazon Web Services

"Mariana's guidance boosted my confidence and helped me plan better strategies. She's great at listening and has a knack for asking the right questions, which encouraged me to think through different situations more deeply. Our sessions led to clear action plans that moved me forward. I truly appreciated her supportive and motivating coaching style; every session was both helpful and inspiring."

– Abhishek Chokshi, Project Manager

"Mariana provided invaluable guidance as my advisor in the strategic communications space. She approached every challenge with professionalism and respect, truly becoming a partner in my work. Her persuasive skills, extensive experience, and quiet yet effective manner allowed her to deliver robust, professional advice in a palatable way."

AB, Former CEO, Relationships Australia Canberra & Region

"Mariana transformed our monthly leadership meetings from routine tasks into highly anticipated events. Her vibrant facilitation, thoughtful messaging, and personalised speaker coaching energised the team and cultivated a culture of positive, strategic change."

Ryan Williams, Project Manager, Evoenergy

"Mariana’s coaching sessions helped me identify my leadership style and strengthen key skills. Her empathy and questioning techniques provided clarity and a sense of progress, even during times of mental overwhelm. The short-term and long-term strategies we developed have been transformative."

Laura Rodriguez, ANU Research Technician

"Through our collaboration, Mariana helped me clarify and organise my ideas while developing the discipline to set clear goals and focus on what truly matters. Her energy and emotional intelligence stood out, asking insightful questions that led me to meaningful solutions."

– Lujan de Felipe, Senior Marketing Strategist

"As a freelance mom with limited time and energy, I struggled to think about my future. Mariana’s coaching gave me a fresh perspective on my limitations and helped me create space for new habits in my daily routine. Her vibrant, approachable personality inspires trust and empowers you to see your potential."

Alex Romo, Graphic Designer

"Mariana came into my life at the perfect time. Her guidance restored my confidence and transformed my communication skills. With her remarkable ability to listen deeply and offer fresh insights, I gained new perspectives and actionable strategies. Her warm and thoughtful approach is truly transformative."

Luz Gale, Journalist

"As a mentor, Mariana’s generosity and thoughtful advice helped me set clear goals, plan my long-term career, and navigate challenges with confidence. Her guidance has provided tools I will rely on throughout my career."

Raeychale Cloutman, Environmental Scientist

"Mariana’s leadership consistently encouraged diverse perspectives, strengthening team connections and ensuring optimal client outcomes. Her exceptional mentorship and professional development skills were inspiring, and I highly recommend her for anyone seeking growth in leadership roles."

Lisa Thomas, Project Manager, AECOM

Case Studies

Curious about how transformative coaching and strategic communication can drive change? Explore our case studies to see how we’ve helped leaders and organisations overcome challenges, enhance collaboration, and achieve meaningful, long-term success. Each story reflects a commitment to creating lasting impact through tailored strategies and deep collaboration.

Building leadership confidence and mastering difficult conversations

James, Director at the Australian Government Department of Education

Read James' Story

Career coaching focused on tailored strategies to navigate the Canberra job market

Peter, experienced Project Manager

Read Peter's Story

Improving communication and collaboration in major infrastructure project

Elevative's colaboration with an advisor team supporting a major government agency

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