Marie Rodriguez is a dedicated career development professional, servant leader, and entrepreneur with over 22 years of experience in leadership, professional development, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, and holistic coaching. She holds a Master’s in Applied Leadership and Management from Thunderbird School of Global Management and a Bachelor’s in Mass Communication/Media from Arizona State University, complemented by multiple associate degrees and certifications in coaching, wellness, and yoga instruction.
Her career spans corporate communications, marketing leadership, and learning and development, with proven expertise in program design, eLearning platforms, mentorship initiatives, and DEI strategy implementation. Marie has successfully led leadership development programs, managed global e-commerce product launches, facilitated career development workshops, and created strategic partnerships that expand professional growth opportunities.
As the founder of Active Lotus™, she blends holistic wellness and relationship coaching with career development, helping clients navigate personal and professional transformation. Previously, she held senior roles at Colling Media™, where she led DEI initiatives, developed AI-powered mentorship programs, and implemented organization-wide leadership training. Her background also includes marketing management, external relations, and social media strategy for notable brands like Four Peaks Brewing Company and SRS Real Estate Partners.
Key Achievements:
• Designed and launched AI-driven mentorship matching platforms.
• Led DEI-focused career development programs for diverse populations.
• Created and facilitated leadership and professional growth workshops.
• Oversaw global e-commerce wellness product launches.
• Developed internship programs that built robust talent pipelines.
• Directed multi-channel marketing campaigns, elevating brand presence and engagement.More...