Marina Ziblis is a leadership expert, entrepreneur and recognised thought leader who is hired as a motivational speaker for her unique ability to bridge the worlds of business transformation, self-leadership and the future of work. Drawing on a career that spans global corporations, consulting firms and entrepreneurship, Marina inspires audiences with practical insights on resilience, visibility, leadership and the evolving relationship between humans and artificial intelligence. Her experience navigating complex organisational change, combined with her authentic approach to personal growth, has made her a sought-after speaker for businesses, leadership events and professional development programmes across Europe.
Marina began her professional journey in marketing and event management with Amazon in Munich, gaining first-hand experience within one of the world's most influential companies. She later moved into online marketing as a working student at Mister Spex in Berlin, where she developed expertise in digital communication and brand visibility. Her career then shifted into consulting, serving as an Associate Consultant at KPMG Deutschland before joining EY as a Consultant. Marina continued to build her reputation in transformation and organisational development at PwC Deutschland, progressing from Senior Consultant in Change Management to Manager of Change Management. Alongside her consulting career, she established herself as a speaker and thought leader focused on New Leadership, Self Leadership and Human x AI. In 2024, she co-founded Visible Leaders, a consultancy dedicated to executive visibility and LinkedIn thought leadership, before transitioning into full-time entrepreneurship. She subsequently launched her independent Leadership Sparring practice and founded The Safe Space, a leadership community designed to support female leaders. She also hosts her signature 'La Tavolata' corporate networking dinners, creating meaningful connections between business leaders.
Marina's influence has been recognised through a series of prestigious accolades. She was appointed Ambassador for Tomorrow University's MBA programme in New Work and was named a LinkedIn Top Voice. She was also recognised among the Top 100 Business Influencers in the DACH region and later highlighted as a Personio Top Voice. Her growing global impact saw her ranked within the top 1% of business creators worldwide. Further cementing her thought leadership credentials, Marina delivered her debut TEDx talk, 'How to Build Resilience When Everything Falls Apart'.
What makes Marina such a compelling motivational speaker is her ability to combine real-world corporate experience with entrepreneurial courage and personal authenticity. Having successfully navigated leadership roles within major organisations before building multiple ventures of her own, she speaks with credibility about change, resilience and reinvention. Her expertise in leadership, visibility, human-centred innovation and AI enables audiences to understand how to thrive in uncertain environments. Through practical strategies, relatable stories and actionable insights, Marina empowers individuals and organisations to lead with confidence, embrace transformation and unlock their full potential.
