"It's fair to say that Marisa has been an invaluable support to me during one of the most intense and transformative periods of my career. She’s coached me through a completely mad period (becoming CEO while six months pregnant!) with calm, clarity and humour. Her style is pragmatic, authentic and human which I have loved. Most importantly, she’s helped me see challenges in a new light, find confidence where I have questioned my abilities, and she's pushed me to ask myself far better questions. I simply wouldn’t have navigated this time as well without her."
- Katie Streeter Hurle, CEO, SMG
“Marisa’s positive energy and empathy created such a supportive space during our coaching sessions. She really understood the business challenges I was facing and asked astute, thought-provoking questions that gave me the clarity I needed. I appreciated how patient and encouraging she was, while also leaving room for me to work through the issues in my own way. Her approach was both insightful and uplifting, and it made a real difference for me.”
- Jaye Cowle, CEO & Founder, Launch
“Marisa's coaching has elevated my thinking and problem solving at work to a new level. It's given me a chance to think about things in different ways, be challenged on my approach, and help me determine the best course of action to take. It has helped focus my attention where it needs to be and cut out some of the stresses of day-to-day work life. Marisa's own career experiences have added to the coaching sessions and the ideas she has brought from a different work sector to my own have been valuable."
- Ant Thomas, Partner, Private Capital (Audit), Grant Thornton
“Marisa is fantastic — working with her has been an empowering and inspiring experience throughout. Every session was approached by Marisa with empathy and insight, helping me challenge myself and gain clarity at a time when I felt stuck in both my career and personal life.
Marisa’s coaching style creates a calm and trusting environment, providing a safe space for honest reflection and growth. This balance allowed me to explore my thoughts freely while also helping me to drill down into what mattered most, enabling me to focus on actionable steps.
I am so grateful to have found Marisa. She has genuinely helped me strengthen my self-belief, recognise what is within my control, and move forward with greater confidence.”
- Georgina Best, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Manager, English Athletics
“Working with Marisa has been a transformative experience for both me and my business. As an executive coach, she brings a clear, structured approach that helped me align my long-term vision with practical, achievable goals. Marisa has an exceptional ability to cut through the noise, keeping me focussed and accountable while also encouraging me to step back and look strategically. Her coaching style is both supportive and challenging in just the right measure, and the results have been tangible — greater clarity, stronger focus, and renewed momentum. I would highly recommend Marisa to any business leader who wants to achieve real progress with confidence and purpose.”
- Tonya Loades, Managing Director, Bartley West.
“Working with Marisa over the last two years has been a new and truly rewarding experience for me. She’s had such a positive impact, not just in helping me build confidence as a leader and marketing professional, but also in supporting my personal growth. I’ve genuinely felt seen, challenged, and encouraged every step of the way.
What I’ve really valued about Marisa is how she challenges me in ways that are healthy, constructive, and empowering. She never imposes her own way of thinking but instead helps me explore different perspectives, always respecting my own approach and values. This balance has given me the confidence to trust my decisions and feel better equipped to navigate complex situations.
Overall, working with Marisa has been a vital step in my development, both personally and professionally. She strikes the perfect balance of challenge, encouragement, and support, which sets her apart. Her coaching feels effortless, but its impact has been profound. I couldn’t be more grateful for the journey we’ve been on together.”
- Megan Raven, Head of Marketing, Matrix