As the Founder of Impact Talent Strategies, Mary partners with leaders and organizations to develop people, strengthen teams, and align talent strategy with business goals. With more than 20 years of experience across all facets of talent development, she brings a practical, people-first approach to the
employee lifecycle - from recruiting and onboarding to leadership development, performance management, and succession planning.
Her experience spans both corporate and higher education settings. Mary has served as an Adjunct Instructor at University of Cincinnati-Clermont and Xavier University. She has also led career development efforts within Xavier University’s Williams College of Business, supporting both undergraduate and MBA students. With a passion for supporting students, she continues to design and facilitate programs for first-generation and diverse student populations, equipping them with the confidence and professional skills to succeed during and beyond college.
As a co-author of Talent Impact: Grow Your People, Grow Your Business and a certified practitioner of Everything DiSC® and Five Behaviors®, Mary works at every level of impact - coaching individuals, facilitating team development, and shaping organizational talent strategies. She also enjoys sharing her expertise through speaking engagements, workshops, keynotes, and podcasts, helping audiences connect curiosity with practical tools to create lastIng impact.
Outside of work, I’m a wife and mom of two boys. If not on a soccer field, you’ll likely find us hiking in the mountains or adding stamps to our National Parks Passports. As a proud “boy mom,” I spend a lot of time learning, laughing, and being challenged – in all the best ways.
SESSION: Building Influence from Any Seat: Leading Change Without a Title
