I am a facilitator, coach and communication-focused practitioner who helps professionals and teams communicate with greater clarity, confidence and impact. My background spans senior executive leadership, governance, investigations, coaching and human behaviour, and I bring that depth into every session I design and deliver. I have led workshops, presentations and conference sessions for professional audiences, translating complex concepts into practical, memorable learning experiences. My sessions combine warmth, structure and real-world relevance, helping people strengthen connection, presence and the quality of their conversations in ways that are immediately useful in real workplace settings.
Expertise
Focus
WellbeingDevelopment
Sessions
Interactive
Facilitation
Yes - Interactive
Speaking
Available
Background
Corporate Experience
Moderate
Past Clients
NSW Government – including workshop and presentation delivery across multiple departments, and Macquarie University, where I delivered a Management-focused presentation
Certifications & Credentials
I hold a Diploma of Coaching, a Diploma of Government Management, a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, and am a Certified Neuro Linguistic Programming Practitioner. I maintain Public Liability Insurance and Professional Indemnity Insurance each with $20 million cover (worldwide excluding USA & Canada)
Availability
Schedule
WeekdaysWeeknightsWeekends
Travel
Anywhere in Australia, New Zealand and Oceania, as long as travel costs are covered.
Marianne's Offerings
Workshop
Beyond Goals – Intention Setting for Focus, Energy and Meaningful Action
Type: Reflective interactive workshop Ideal duration: 30–60 minutes Description: A thoughtful and down-to-earth session that invites participants to explore the difference between chasing goals and setting intentions. Rather…
30 – 60 min4 – 50 ppl
Workshop
Strengths in Action – Appreciation, Recognition and Team Connection
Type: Interactive workshop Ideal duration: 60–90 minutes Description: A strengths-based session that helps teams recognise what each person brings, communicate appreciation more effectively, and build a more connected…
60 – 90 min4 – 30 ppl
Workshop
Command the Room – Presence for Speaking and Presenting
Type: Interactive workshop Ideal duration: 60–120 minutes Description: A practical session for professionals who want to speak and present with greater confidence, clarity and presence. Participants explore how…
60 – 120 min10 – 100 ppl
Workshop
We are Always Communicating – Presence, Body Language and What Silence Says
Type: Interactive workshop Ideal duration: 30–75 minutes Description: A lively and thought-provoking session exploring the messages people send before they speak, while they speak, and when they say…
30 – 75 min4 – 100 ppl
Workshop
Thinking on Your Feet – Improvisation for Professional Confidence
Type: Interactive workshop Ideal duration: 45–90 minutes Description: A practical, energising session that uses simple improvisation-based activities to help professionals think on their feet, respond with greater ease,…
45 – 90 min4 – 20 ppl
Workshop
The Communication Escape – Team Challenge in Listening, Problem-Solving and Collaboration
Type: Interactive team experience Ideal duration: 60–120 minutes Description: A facilitated team challenge inspired by escape-room dynamics, designed to strengthen collaboration, communication and creative problem-solving. Working in small…
60 – 120 min8 – 20 ppl
Workshop
Say It So They Hear It – Feedback with Clarity and Confidence
Type: Interactive workshop Ideal duration: 45–90 minutes Description: A practical and engaging workshop that helps professionals give and receive feedback with more clarity, confidence and emotional intelligence. Participants…
45 – 120 min6 – 100 ppl
Good to Know
Client Requirements
Microphone if large space/ audience
Additional Notes
I welcome thought leadership and speaking opportunities in communication, leadership, feedback, team dynamics and professional growth, drawing on my senior leadership experience, coaching insight and practical communication expertise.
