Maritza is a leader, entrepreneur and speaker.

Maritza earned her B.S. in Marketing from Florida State University – College of Business and holds advanced certificates, including Using Neuroscience to Deliver Better Business Results from Wharton Executive Education.

Beyond her corporate career, Maritza is the founder and CEO of Maritza Marie, a fashion and footwear brand rooted in empowerment and individuality. She also created and hosted The Things That Matter, a podcast centered on mental health and sharing real stories that inspire and uplift.

Contributing to important conversations and making a positive impact beyond her primary responsibilities is what give her purpose. She understands the importance of prioritizing mental health and wants to share the stories of others to uplift, inspire, and motivate people to be the best version of themselves.

Maritza is a passionate and driven sales and partnerships leader with over 15 years of experience spanning fast-growing start-ups to global, customer service award-winning brands like Marriott and Enterprise Holdings. She thrives on building meaningful relationships and driving results through strategic vision and collaboration.

Maritza’s skills include business development, account management, public speaking and strategy development. With over a decade in the technology sector - and the past five years specifically in robotics-Maritza brings a deep understanding of innovation and emerging markets.

Wellness has always been an important part of her life. A former group exercise instructor and certified NASM fitness coach, she believes everything starts with a strong foundation - both personally and professionally.