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Who is Mariline?

I’m an ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC) with advanced coach studies through Emory University’s Goizueta Business School Executive Education. My coaching certification focuses on leadership development, career transition, and helping individuals navigate change with confidence and clarity. I hold an undergraduate degree from the esteemed South Carolina State University, an HBCU, where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Science with an emphasis on Business Studies. I also completed my Master’s Degree in Business Management with a concentration in Human Resource Management from Webster University.

Managing Partner, Explore Options Coaching, LLC

Associate Coaching Certification, International Coaching Federation

Member, International Coaching Federation ( ICF)

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Our Mission

To help individuals unlock clarity, confidence, and new possibilities.

Our Vision

A world where personal growth leads to lasting transformation.

Our Values

Clarity. Empowerment. Growth with Purpose.

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I worked with Mariline in 2019 during a very difficult career transition. I was looking to apply the technical skills I had honed and sharpened over the last 8 years, but was unsure how to find the best fit for me. Mariline’s thoughtful approach and powerful questioning allowed me to reflect on what my strengths, goals, and core values are, and where they might best intersect. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of guidance on career-related issues.
J.TDirector of Sales Operations at Salesforce
Mariline is a gifted listener. It’s more than her empathy and ability to focus on someone else; she is uniquely able to distill what she has heard into valuable, credible insight. Mariline has the smarts, drive, advanced education, and experience foundation essential when communicating with executives. I believe that Mariline was meant to be a coach. I find myself often thinking about her words, remembering the m and acting upon them. I recommend Mariline highly, as an executive and career coach.
K. LCorporate Executive
I was lacking in good communication skills, and people’s negative perception of me was seriously limiting my career advancement. My manager recommended Mariline to coach me in both these areas. Through Mariline’s coaching, I’ve learned a completely different style of communication skills and now have a solid portfolio of new techniques which significantly improved my relationships with others. My manager has noticed a difference between my co-workers and others. I’m thankful to have been coached by Mariine Guise.
G. ShawDirector of Technology at Home Depot
As I continue to elevate in my career, Mariline has provided me the tools and counsel to better support me in showing up as an authentic senior leader within my organization. She leads with empathy and understanding, especially for executives of color, in order to help unleash the confidence already within and increase self-awareness. Marline's executive coaching style provided me the opportunity to identify and address barriers holding me back (e.g., imposter syndrome) and how to navigate these areas of growth together. I'm very appreciative of her dedication and support to help leaders.
J.B.SVP, Marketing at Golin
Mariline's support, dedication, professionalism is to the upmost highest standards! Myself and Mariline met during our career at The Home Depot over 7 years ago and Mariline has been my go to person for resume writing, interview support and all around career education. I most recently landed a Senior Manager role with a great Organization due to the help of Mariline's resume writing skills and the assistance of her interview etiquette. One of Mariline's best quotes is to "keep it high level and you will win every time"!
B.GMHRM Tory Burch
I would highly recommend Mariline Guise for any talent management, leadership development or project management role. Her ability to handle both small details and the big picture simultaneously makes her an excellent asset to any team. Her executive presence is also a valuable asset, as she can communicate effectively with leaders in the C-suite. Her skillful facilitation of engaging sessions is another testament to her talents. In my opinion, her biggest strength is her professional career coaching.
R.BLeadership Development Executive Stanley Black & Decker

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