As an author and speaker, Maria challenges conventional thinking on creativity in business, highlighting its enduring value in how we design, lead, and build more human-centered futures.
Customer Experience Innovation Conference, January 2024
Maria is a speaker and thought leader at the intersection of strategy, design, and innovation. An outspoken advocate for creative leadership in organizations, she empowers audiences through talks on empathetic innovation, systems thinking, and customer-first business design—always in service of both personal and organizational growth.
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Driven by a mission to give people the tools and confidence to lead, Maria delivers keynotes, panels, and workshops that blend strategy with soul. Her sessions offer powerful insights that equip the next generation of leaders—whether in creative or traditionally non-creative fields—to influence their environment, amplify their voices, and act with purpose and conviction.
Speaking Highlights
“There’s nothing more powerful than connecting people through shared experiences of learning, exploration, and critical thinking. Designing moments of insight and engagement is key to inspiring people to act with courage and purpose“
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Mentors in Higher Education, Featured Interview - Bogota April 2024
Customer Experience Innovation Conference, Headline Speaker -Bogota, January 2024
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