My History
Me, Me, All About Me! Why should you care? Because I know what it’s like out there in the real world where you live and work.
I started flipping burgers in high school to help Mom pay the rent and have worked ever since. Paid for college working as a cocktail waitress and bartender (great way to learn people-management and problem-solving skills!)
I’ve held staff and management positions in business strategy, product management and marketing for several global corporations, including Verizon, NEC, Nortel, and Unisys. I’ve had to produce under pressure, with budgets being cut and time running out. And, I’ve done my fair share of all-nighters and red-eyes (”If this is Tuesday, this must be Amsterdam.”) My last “real job” was Director of Strategic Alliances for a technology services start-up.
For more on my perspective re business, see my post Why Are You (and I) in Business?
As a marketing troubleshooter, I work with a wide range of clients - sole proprietors, start-ups, global high-tech, and nonprofits. Big or little - no-tech, low-tech, high-tech - they share many of the challenges.
When talking about me, my clients and colleagues use phrases like, “No BS” “Straightshooter” “Fun to work with” “A true pro.”
I love working with “Mom & Pops” since my parents were entrepreneurs. That’s why I’m passionate about being president of the Albuquerque Independent Business Alliance. Our motto: Keep it querque! (and spend your money where your house is!) When you buy local, more of your dollar stays local…and more good jobs are saved and created. I’m also on the board of the Duke City Civitan Club - because they work at the grassroots where all the real change starts.
I do my best to live according to a favorite Oscar Wilde quote, “Life is too important to be taken seriously.”
“Mary delivers - consistently and with integrity and innovation.”
- Glenn Lovelace, Founder and Chairman, TManage, Inc.
“What can I say? If you want it done on time - give it to Mary and get out of the way! And, she gives me direct and independent advice. Sometimes I don’t like to hear it, but she knows it’s part of her job!” - F. Leroy Pacheco, Executive Director, The Loan Fund
“Mary’s versatility and “can do” attitude is a big help. Whatever the need - she produces under pressure.”
- Catherine Woodward, Executive Director, Greater Albuquerque Habitat for Humanity
Got a question? Think we may know each other from a past corporate life? Drop me a line!
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