Former Alexander McQueen designer and founder of the Trend Academy, Marie is a fashion speaker who helps creative teams excel without burning out.
Former Fashion Designer for Alexander McQueen, Mulberry, and M&S, Marie faced the constant challenge of being creative under pressure.
Complete burnout in her early 30’s fundamentally changed her life, inspiring her to help people change theirs, by transforming the way they think, feel and behave in response to building resilience and performing at their best under pressure.
As an acclaimed wellbeing speaker, resiliency coach, & leadership burnout expert, Marie’s highly motivational, interactive talks & programmes deliver like no other.
Marie understands the personal challenges people can face, in work and in life. Drawing upon extensive research and personal experience, she arms you with life-changing tools empowering you to overcome these challenges and learn how to thrive. Marie’s passion & drive is to help others to burn bright, not burn out.
Marie Oakes can offer a multi-dimensional approach:
as a speaker she will ignite the conversations that need to happen in the workplace, with optional follow-up programmes or coaching for those companies who want to see real culture change.
Kickstart Awareness
Embed Change
Deliver Support
TALKS
Ignite a culture of emotional health & wellbeing in your workplace
- 45-90 minutes delivered in person or on your chosen platform
PROGRAMMES
Embed emotionally healthy daily habits into the hearts and minds of your employees
- programs from 2-6 sessions online or in person
121 COACHING
Support your teams on a more personal level
- a number of hours of online support provided for your team per month for wellbeing support
NIAMH STONE, programme director, world retail congress
“Marie’s talk on resilience was eye opening, thought provoking, inspiring. She had everyone captivated & engaged”
LUCY MARKS, MD, NORFOLK NETWORK
“One of our most compelling & inspirational talks.”
A LITTLE TASTER
Marie Speaking On Burnout Prevention…
SUZANNE ELLINGHAM, HEAD OF CONTENT UK, HYVE GROUP
“Really great feedback from the team who said it was refreshing for us to host this type of session. I know we will continue to work with you in the future as this type of thought leadership is becoming more and more important.”