About Maria Raines

Maria is the founder of Shift Practitioners, a carefully curated network of skilled leadership development consultants, coaches, and facilitators dedicated to building transformational leadership capabilities in individuals and teams.

With more than 20 years of experience in communications, marketing, and event production, Maria’s career has centred on creating meaningful connections, crafting impactful narratives, and designing compelling experiences. In her work, she’s focused on helping organisations and leaders amplify their impact and build sustainable, high-performing cultures.

In 2020, Maria created Shift Practitioners to expand the reach and impact of the exceptional leadership experts in her network. She recognised the need for a platform that could connect practitioners with organisations and individuals who are committed to developing inclusive, resilient, and inspirational leaders. Her goal is simple: to amplify the work of those who can help leaders navigate today’s complex and rapidly changing world.

Drawing from her marketing background, Maria’s expertise lies in helping leadership practitioners position their services effectively and create a strong, strategic presence in a competitive market. She leverages her deep understanding of communications and branding to support practitioners in bringing their unique offerings to market, ensuring their expertise reaches the right audiences and has the greatest impact.

Maria’s approach to leadership development is rooted in inclusivity and resilience. She believes that the leaders of today must be adaptable, empathetic, and capable of guiding their teams through uncertainty and change. She is passionate about fostering a leadership culture that values diversity, encourages trust, and empowers individuals to thrive, both personally and professionally.

By connecting experienced leadership practitioners with businesses, managers, and teams seeking to build their leadership capabilities, Maria enables these professionals to transform the way leadership is practiced. Her mission is to create a world where leaders show up with courage, humility, and compassion—leading with purpose and inspiring lasting change.

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