Mariana

Marcano Franco

Mariana has always been captivated by the untapped potential within people. She recognised early on that inspiration and guidance could unlock incredible results.

""You don’t need to have all the answers right now. The most important thing is to keep asking the right questions and trust the process.""

Mariana

Marcano Franco

Why do you want to be a mentor?

I believe mentoring is all about connecting with people and supporting them on their journey of growth. For me, mentoring is about being a listening ear and cheering on my mentees as they set goals and tackle challenges. I love sharing my experiences and insights to help others navigate their careers with confidence. I find so much joy in helping others discover their strengths and encouraging them to embrace their unique paths. There’s nothing more rewarding than helping someone build their confidence and equipping them with practical tools they can use for the rest of their careers.
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Mariana has always been captivated by the untapped potential within people. She recognised early on that inspiration and guidance could unlock incredible results, which sparked a passion that led her on a multifaceted journey across Australia and LATAM.

Throughout her career in the private, not-for-profit, and public sectors, Mariana has witnessed firsthand the transformative power of effective leadership in shaping teams and organisations. Armed with a bachelor’s degree in Corporate Communications, Mariana initially focused on enhancing employee experience and engagement through internal communications. However, her curiosity and drive propelled her to delve deeper into leadership development, ultimately leading her to establish Elevative—a platform dedicated to empowering leaders and teams.

She holds Hogan assessment certifications (HPI, HDS, and MVPI) and is an organisational coach certified by the Institute of Executive Coaching and Leadership (IECL). Additionally, she has completed life coaching training with Robbins Madanes and earned a Master’s degree in Business Management, all while being fluent in both English and Spanish.

Mariana is proud to have clinched three consecutive public speaking and leadership contests with Toastmasters International, captivating audiences with her inspirational speech, “From Perfect to Imperfect.” Mariana is passionate about giving back to the community. She volunteers with Vinnies Night Patrol in Canberra, Australia to support community members in need and contributes to Special Olympics Venezuela, an organisation that holds special meaning for her due to her sister having Down Syndrome.

In her role as the Director of Diplomacy for the Australia Latam Emerging Leaders Dialogue, Mariana mentors emerging leaders and helps foster international relationships, creating a bridge for future opportunities and collaboration.

Mariana is originally from Venezuela in South America and now lives in Canberra, Australia with her husband Gabriel. She also has a cat named Cotufa, who is the real boss of the house! The name means ‘popcorn’ in Venezuelan slang (Mariana knows, it’s quirky!)

Countries Mariana has worked in

Australia, Latin America, New Zealand

Industries Mariana has worked in

Construction & Real Estate, Energy & Utilities, Entertainment, Media & Advertising, Retail & Consumer Goods

Mariana's key roles and titles

Brand & Reputation Consultant, CEO & Founder, Corporate Communications Specialist, Leadership Coach, Leadership Development Consultant

Management Skills & Competencies

Adaptability & Resilience
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Creativity & Innovation
Diversity & Social Responsibility
Leadership
Management & Strategy
Problem Solving & Decision Making

Companies Mariana has worked with

  • The Australian National University (ANU)
  • AECOM
  • Evoenergy (subsidiary of AGL in Australia)
  • Canberra Institute of Technology
  • Group Casino
  • London and Regional Properties.

Mariana's current city

Canberra, Australia

Mariana's book recommendation

Dare to lead by Brene Brown

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