Professional Profile:

Mary Fifield is a former managing director with more than 20 years of leadership experience in global financial services and asset management. With a career spanning corporate communications, investor relations, strategic planning and team leadership, Mary is known for her ability to simplify complexity, create alignment, and build strong relationships. She brings a warm, pragmatic, and results-oriented style to her work, helping leaders increase their impact, navigate complex dynamics, and lead more effectively. Her experience leading large-scale initiatives, including acquisitions, business unit integrations, and enterprise communications, gives her a grounded perspective on the realities executives face as their roles and responsibilities grow.

Executive Coaching Experience and Expertise:

• Coaches senior executives and emerging leaders through role expansion, strategic transitions, and complex leadership challenges
• Helps leaders strengthen executive presence, communicatio,n and strategic influence
• Works with leaders to build stronger relationships, increase trust, and navigate complex stakeholder dynamics
• Supports leaders navigating organizational change and integration
• Guides leaders in building high-performing, engaged teams through clarity, alignment,and accountability
• Helps leaders translate insight and intention into meaningful action and behavioral change

Education and Credentials:

• Professional Certified Coach (PCC), International Coach Federation (ICF)
• M.B.A., Marketing & Finance, DePaul University
• B.S., Marketing, Indiana University
• Hogan Certified Practioner

Coaching Approach:

Mary believes self-awareness and a continual learning mindset are essential to leadership growth. She creates a reflective, candid environment that encourages curiosity, clarity, and intentional action. Her approach blends insight with practical application, helping leaders better understand how they show up, strengthen relationships, and translate awareness into meaningful behavioral change.

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