Mariana Atencio is a Peabody Award-winning journalist and communication expert who helps leaders and organisations build trust through authentic leadership. Her TEDx talk on authenticity has reached over 25 million views and has been translated into 13 languages.
Mariana spent years as an anchor and national correspondent at NBC News and Univision before founding GoLike Media, a female-led content company recognised amongst the 100 most powerful Latina businesses in the US. She hosts Microsoft's global series for entrepreneurs, a programme that has won Telly and Webby awards. Her book Perfectly You became an Amazon bestseller and was selected by Audible and AppleBooks. She features in the HBO series Habla Now and created Lost in Panama, an investigative podcast that reached Apple's top 10 on release.
Mariana translates her journalism experience into practical communication strategies for executives navigating change and uncertainty. She has worked with Microsoft, JPMorgan, Ford, Spotify, and the United Nations to help teams develop authentic leadership approaches that drive engagement and performance. Her methods show organisations how to build credibility in an environment saturated with filtered content and artificial intelligence, helping them to maintain human connection whilst embracing technological advancement.
Audiences learn to identify their unique leadership strengths, communicate with clarity and empathy during periods of change, and create workplace cultures where people contribute their best work. Mariana delivers interactive exercises that provide immediate application, helping participants cut through noise and build trust with their teams and stakeholders.
Book Mariana to equip your organisation with communication tools that transform authenticity into competitive advantage and lasting business results.
How can I book Mariana Atencio for my next event?
Email mariana.atencio@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
As speaker agents, PepTalk can secure Mariana Atencio for commercial and corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity brand endorsements & partnerships, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Mariana Atencio's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. Please note, for media interviews, autographs, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Mariana directly.
What topics does Mariana Atencio specialise in?
Mariana Atencio specialises in discussing trust, authentic leadership, communication strategies and more.
What is Mariana Atencio's speaking style like?
Mariana’s delivery is authentic, engaging, and uplifting. She connects instantly, inspires with powerful stories, and energises audiences, leaving them motivated and empowered to embrace their unique strengths as leaders.
Does Mariana Atencio offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Mariana Atencio offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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