mariellelegair.com

My mission is to empower and develop women and diverse talent at all stages in their career through personal branding keynotes, training workshops and webinars. 

Recent clients including: bp, Diageo, Ernst and Young, LinkedIn, Microsoft, Red Bull and Yale University hire me to deliver transformative talks and workshops. 

I’ve developed The Professional Presence Framework, a five-stage methodology to help women and diverse talent of all backgrounds excel in the workplace. It's a combination of building an intrapreneurial mindset, executive presence and sponsor relationships. These are learned skills that can be developed and improved with practice and support.

Services Include:

➡️ 𝗞𝗲𝘆𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀: Interactive reflection-based talk for employees to boost engagement, productivity and visibility.  
➡️ 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽𝘀:  In-depth interactive training session to apply The Framework. Audience engagement and participation throughout. 

➡️ 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻-𝘁𝗵𝗲-𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿: Scale the training program throughout your company as you improve career development and capabilities. 

𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: www.mariellelegair.com

Personal Branding Keynote Speaker and Trainer | Corporate and 1:1 Trainer

LinkedIn

During my personal branding courses, you'll discover how to identify and communicate your strengths so that you can leverage them to have a lasting impact at work.

LinkedIn Learning Instructor: Use Your Strengths for Impact & Influence + Refresh Your Social Skills

Red Bull

I mentored four women over 18 months by providing professional and personal development support on key areas including mindset, networking, LinkedIn strategy and publicity.

Personal Branding Mentor 

Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited (DTTL)

Developed and implemented global communication plans and media messaging for the CEO, senior global leadership team and key business areas (Diversity and Inclusion, Financial Services, Consulting, Consumer Business and Technology); advised executives and Deloitte local offices around the world on brand messaging to ensure consistency. 

▶︎ KEY RESULTS: Led the creation and roll out of global research campaigns to promote awareness among clients and key stakeholders such as the annual Millennial Survey and Corporate Governance Women on Boards report;
- Provided executive visibility counsel to Deloitte Global CEO and senior leadership for strategic partnerships such as the World Economic Forum program, which generated 20 media interviews  leading to relationships and coverage in top-tier international press including: Forbes, Reuters, Fortune, Quartz and Bloomberg;
- Proactive and reactive media relations, including devising outreach strategies for Deloitte firms globally, media pitching, handling press inquiries, hosting interviews, prepping senior spokespeople, social media content development and campaign result reporting; 
- Managed all vendor relationships including agency and media distribution services.

Global CEO Communications | Global Public Relations Manager | Diversity PR Lead 

Managed the PR activity for the corporate finance team in Deloitte’s London office; teams included: M&A Advisory, Restructuring Services, Transaction Services (M&A) and Forensic and Dispute Services. 

▶︎ KEY RESULTS: Developed and implemented PR plans in line with the firm’s objectives;
- Drafted and issued proactive and reactive press commentary on matters affecting the corporate finance teams’ clients; 
- Managed and developed crisis communications as the firm’s media spokesperson on all bankruptcy appointments; worked with senior partners to develop key messages and brief the media on sensitive issues such as job losses and company closures;
- Sourced new opportunities for the corporate finance team to engage the national, broadcast and trade media.

Corporate Finance and Private Equity PR Manager | Media Spokesperson | Crisis Communications 

ColorComm, LLC

In three years, ColorComm has become the leading network for mid to senior level women in communications. Each year we host the popular C2 Miami conference, where the industry’s top practitioners and thought leaders convene to address key issues and predict future trends. Arianna Huffington is the 2016 C2 Miami keynote speaker and the highly acclaimed author, feminist and activist, Gloria Steinem gave the 2015 key note.

- Led the media and digital outreach to members and a network of over 30,000 followers and influencers. A key part of the role included developing relationships with national media and proactively pitching earned media stories to top tier outlets. 
- More about ColorComm: ColorCommNetwork.com and ColorCommConference.com.

Communications Director | Media Expert | Publicist and Personal Brand Strategist 

Experian Marketing Services

PR Manager | Media Expert | Publicist and Personal Brand Strategist | PR Consultant 

Grant Thornton LLP

PR Executive | Media Expert | Publicist and Personal Brand Strategist | PR Consultant 

GolinHarris

Account Executive

🌍 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗦𝗘: As a global Keynote Speaker, LinkedIn Top Voice, and certified Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Coach, I specialise in personal branding and leadership development, partnering with organisations like Amazon, bp, BNP Paribas, Diageo, LinkedIn, and Novartis Japan to enhance talent engagement and retention. 

My workshops utilise powerful NLP techniques to fundamentally transform thought and behavioural patterns, ensuring strategies for raising visibility and overcoming workplace challenges. I'm dedicated to addressing the high attrition rates, especially for women and diverse talent by equipping them with the strategies to thrive.

🎟 𝗬𝗢𝗨: I work 1:1 with entrepreneurs and thought leaders to create a bespoke LinkedIn personal branding strategy to attract clients, speaking gigs, or publicity. Download my free checklist here: https://www.mariellelegair.com/checklist

𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗞𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗡 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗦𝗘𝗦:
1. Use Your Strengths for Impact and Influence at Work: https://bit.ly/49qaUGe 
2. Refresh Your Workplace Social Skills Online: https://bit.ly/3SOwoHF

𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞𝗚𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗗: I led brand reputation and publicity campaigns for CEOs and senior leaders for over a decade at global companies, including Deloitte Global in New York, Deloitte UK, Grant Thornton, and Experian. My work was regularly featured in media such as Forbes, FT, Reuters, BBC, and Bloomberg. 

𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗣 𝗙𝗘𝗘𝗗𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞:
⭐️ “Marielle you are a unicorn. I learned so much and was mesmerised by the way you delivered your workshop. I’m most definitely  going to use your tips!” LinkedIn, Workshop Attendee.

⭐️ "Amazing personal branding workshop. Thank you once again for sharing your time and knowledge with us; your insightful remarks and engaging presentation style truly captivated the entire audience. The practical tips you shared will undoubtedly prove useful in my own professional and personal life!" Macquarie, Workshop Attendee.

⭐️ “Marielle brings wisdom and empathy to her work, connecting deeply with the challenges facing women. Her guidance is both inspirational and practical, helping her mentees build their self-belief whilst equipping them with actionable tools to build their brands,” - Ian C, Red Bull, Global Leader.

🏆 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗘𝗦: Workshop Facilitator | Keynote Speaker | Storytelling | NLP and Hypnotherapy Coach | Executive Presence | LinkedIn Strategy. 

📩 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗡𝗘𝗖𝗧: Send me a DM here on LinkedIn for info on my corporate workshops or 1:1 work.

Marielle Legair

Daniel Findlay

You see your colleagues navigating conversations with ease, projecting confidence in every room they enter. 

Meanwhile, you’re left feeling like you’re not enough, questioning whether you’ll ever feel comfortable in those situations. I know that feeling well—it’s exhausting.

What you really want is:

- To feel confident in yourself, no matter who you’re talking to
- To have social skills that match your technical expertise, so you can thrive in your career
- To gain clarity and direction in both your career and life

That’s exactly why I created my 6-month program—to help introverts like you become the confident, authentic professionals they aspire to be. Over 200 people have transformed through this program, and here’s what’s included:

- A Customized Growth Plan: Tailored specifically for you, focusing on the areas of life that matter most to you, from your career to your personal life.

- Building Unshakeable Confidence: We’ll work on changing the relationship you have with yourself, so you can stand tall and own every room you walk into.

- Mastering Social Skills: From networking and small talk to building rapport and handling difficult conversations, you’ll develop the emotional intelligence you need to elevate your career.

- Overcoming Social Anxiety: We’ll tackle the anxiety that holds you back in social situations, helping you finally feel at ease in both professional and social settings.


And that’s just the beginning.

If you’re an introvert in an established role who’s ready to build the confidence and communication skills to thrive in every area of your life, send me a DM, and let’s explore if this program is right for you.

I also provide corporate training focused on building confidence and communication skills in the workplace.

For inquiries, reach out at daniel@danielfindlay.co.uk

Founder

SOLVi Migration

As a Client Success Partner at Solvi Migration, I guide skilled professionals,particularly nurses and midwives through the process of migrating to Australia. I lead them from initial discovery through to legal onboarding, ensuring they understand their visa options, eligibility requirements, and long-term settlement pathways.

My role involves end-to-end client management, including conducting structured guidance calls, handling objections, and aligning individuals with the most suitable migration pathways. I manage and track all client interactions through a central CRM system, ensuring timely follow-ups, data accuracy, and smooth transitions into the legal process.

I collaborate closely with legal teams to align strategy and case preparation, while maintaining a high standard of service and communication throughout the client journey. My goal is to deliver clarity, support, and confidence at every step, ensuring successful migration outcomes and long-term satisfaction.

Client Success Partner 

ScaleYourImpact

I help corporate professionals like you turn their skills into thriving coaching and consulting businesses. 

Over the years, I’ve worked with over 350 clients, consulted and trained global companies, and built my own business from the ground up. Now, I’m passionate about guiding others who are ready to make that leap.

Here’s How I Help

Whether you’re an experienced leader, strategist, or consultant, you have the skills to make a difference. But turning those skills into a profitable business requires a clear plan—and that’s where I come in. I’ll help you define your niche, structure your services, and attract clients, so you can build a business with purpose, profit, and freedom.

Why Work With Me?

I bring years of experience running my own coaching and consulting business. I grew my business to six figures, working with individuals and global companies alike, and now I’m here to help you do the same.

If you’re ready to explore how your expertise can become the foundation of a fulfilling coaching or consulting business, send me a message here on LinkedIn or email me at daniel@danielfindlay.co.uk.

Rapid Transformational Therapy Ⓡ

Sales Executive

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates

I trained the team at Skadden on how to communicate and collaborate with more confidence.

Communication Skills Consultant

I worked with Skadden to help their employees advocate and speak up in meetings. We worked on skill development, along with building confidence and awareness. The overall goal was to improve employee contribution.

Workshop Facilitator

GrowthSpace

I work with individuals and companies from across the world to help them improve their social skills and confidence.

I work on a range of different areas:

Conversational skills
Working well with others
Building rapport
Assertiveness 
Confidence
Self-esteem
Leadership

I combine social skills with confidence and deep coaching, so that the individual can see a real transformation in themselves.

Communication Skills Trainer

EF Education First

My responsibilities at EF are:
Helping Adults across the world improve their English and communication skills.
Improving conversational skills.
Interview techniques.
Presentation skills.
Confidence and self-belief.
Role-playing real-life work situations.
Helping people in high role corporate jobs to get across their message in meetings.

I've worked with people across 20 different countries.

English consultant

iTutorGroup

My responsibilities at iTutorGroup included:
Teaching English in both 1:1 and group lessons.
Recruiting teachers.
Giving presentations to large groups of students; upwards of 500 people in each webinar.
Giving demo classes to potential clients.
Helping people to improve their conversational skills so they felt confident communicating in English.
Preparing students for speaking and written exams.

Senior Consultant

Helping introverted professionals build confidence and communication skills. Proud introvert .Corporate Trainer.250+ clients. DM ⬇️

You’ve built an impressive career, developed expertise, and earned respect in your industry. But as an introverted leader, you face challenges that can feel overwhelming:

- Struggling to speak up in meetings.
- Feeling anxious about presenting your ideas.
- Navigating group dynamics without losing your voice.
- Building confidence to lead and inspire others effectively.

For a long time, I believed that to get ahead, I needed to act like an extrovert. The more I tried to be something I wasn’t, the more my confidence suffered. I avoided situations where I felt uncomfortable—meetings, presentations, and even casual conversations.

Everything changed when I embraced my introversion instead of seeing it as a limitation. I built my confidence, developed my communication skills, and learned how to lead in a way that felt authentic to me.

Today, I’m proud to be one of the world’s leading trainers for introverts facing communication challenges. Over the years, I’ve helped over 350 introverts gain confidence, communicate effectively, and thrive in their careers. I’ve also trained and consulted for global companies, equipping their teams to work more cohesively.

I work specifically with introverted leaders who want to:

- Speak up with confidence in meetings.
- Present ideas clearly and without fear.
- Navigate group dynamics and lead with authority.
- Build stronger relationships with colleagues and teams.

Through proven strategies tailored to introverts, I help you overcome communication challenges without changing who you are.

As an introvert who’s been in your shoes, I understand the courage it takes to step outside your comfort zone. I’ve turned my own struggles into strengths, and now I’m passionate about helping others do the same.

Over the years, I’ve:

- Helped 350+ introverted professionals advance their careers.
- Delivered global corporate training on communication skills.
- Built a thriving coaching and consulting business.

I’m based in the UK and love traveling with my wife and our dog, Mylo. When I’m not coaching, I’m exploring new places or sharing what I’ve learned to empower other introverted leaders.

If you’re ready to stop holding yourself back and start thriving as an introverted leader, send me a message here on LinkedIn or email me at daniel@danielfindlay.co.uk.

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