SUCCESS.
I’m delighted to present the experiences of the remarkable people I’ve had the privilege of coaching. Their stories of transformation and success reflect the profound impact of our coaching journey together. I invite you to read their testimonials and discover how MKD Growth Coaching has empowered them to achieve their goals.
“The industry is a better place with MKD in it, who tirelessly supports and challenges us to be better. There’s no better role model and advocate for brilliant thinking. A true leader with heart.”
- Amy Kean
strategist, LinkedIn Top Voice and Founder of Good Shout
“Mary is a luminary in the media, marketing, and tech industries. I had the privilege of working with Mary at Ogilvy, where her exceptional leadership led to our rapid growth, and fostered a truly diverse and inclusive culture. Mary is a transformative force for good, with unparalleled energy for nurturing people and purposeful businesses.”
- Anik Sumon
Growth & Transformation Leader | Executive MBA
“First, Mary is a wonderful and genuine human, so expect nothing but authenticity when it comes to her approach to coaching. Mary brings her wealth of business experience, coaching expertise and compassion, which she packs into the relationship. The environment Mary seemingly effortlessly creates is a safe space for vulnerability to get the most out of coaching. Time with Mary has empowered me with the confidence to grow, develop and make better choices, both personally and professionally.”
- Fern Potter
SVP Strategy & Partnerships, MultiLocal Media
“I have known and worked with Mary for 35 years. Throughout, she has been a superb mentor, consultant and guide - empathetic, provocative, a connector across industries, hugely knowledgeable, bang-up-to-date, engaging, fun and wise.”
- Jeremy Thomson
Managing Director, Mazda Motors UK Ltd
“I’ve worked with Mary closely over the last year as my private coach and mentor. Her knowledge, network, experience and in all honesty - cheerleading, has been invaluable to my growth and recent promotion. I can’t recommend Mary enough.”
- Fiona Salmon
Managing Director, Mantis (part of REACH plc)
“When evaluating the impact of a mentor, I consider whether their influence extends far beyond our direct interactions. Do I find myself in imaginary dialogues with them, applying their wisdom even in their absence? This is certainly true in the case of Mary, who’s been a monumental figure throughout my 20-plus-year career. Her guidance has been pivotal during critical junctures in my professional journey. I’m immensely grateful for her mentorship and genuinely hope to echo her profound influence in my own endeavours.”
- Raymond Girard
Founder of Pen & Brick and former Global Creative Officer of Spafax
"In a world of cookie-cutter consultants, Mary is more like a good friend to MAD//Fest. Drawing on her legendary status and experience in the advertising industry, she'll encourage you to think big, provide a different way of looking at a problem, challenge you when you're blindsided (or just plain wrong), and show you a path forward that will strike the right balance between commercial success and protecting the integrity of your brand. Mary will get under the skin of your challenges, help you solve problems effectively, and offer valuable strategic advice that you just wouldn't get elsewhere."
- Dan Brain
Co-founder, MAD//Fest
"If you cant waste time. If you need guidance, to get to the heart of the matter. If you know you must ‘change it up’ but don’t know how - work with Mary. She will help maximise your success, elevate you - and allow you to see new horizons. Never beige. Electric and fun."