ABOUT MARIA
With roots in government communication and nearly a decade of experience leading creative operations, I’ve worked everywhere from pandemic task forces to boardrooms guiding corporate group therapy sessions that turn executive misalignment into shared momentum.
What ties it all together? A deep belief in clarity, systems that serve people, and the power of thoughtful marketing to move things forward.
I’ve led teams, rebuilt departments, launched campaigns, and made chaos navigable. I don’t flinch at hard conversations, I welcome big goals, and I bring a rare combination of empathy and decisiveness.
And yes—I still make time to ski hard, cook often, and travel far.
What They Say When I’m Not in the Room
“Maria has that rare ability to see both the 30,000-foot view and the tiny operational details that make or break a business. She’s calm under pressure, highly organized, and knows how to turn a vision into a system that works. Whether she was running point on a client crisis, leading a rebrand, or refining our team workflows, I trusted her completely. I would work with her again in a heartbeat.”
Sasha Clark
Owner, Clutch Creative Marketing
“Maria quickly became one of the most trusted voices in the room. She had a unique ability to blend data, process, and motivation in a fast-paced sales environment. From cleaning up our reporting and performance tracking in Salesforce and DOMO to organizing team incentives and morale-boosting efforts, she elevated the way our team functioned—period. She’s the type of person who sees what needs fixing and just handles it. Calm under pressure, sharp in analysis, and great with people.”
ALLEN WHITEHEAD
DIRECTOR, SOLGEN POWER
“Maria changed the game for Clutch. When she joined, we were struggling with process consistency, team morale, and operational clarity. She rebuilt our internal systems, restructured our team, and brought in top talent to fill the creative gaps. I’ve watched her navigate tense client calls, lead entire departments, and grow the business with zero drama and total commitment. She’s not just a great leader—she’s the reason we were able to stabilize and grow when it mattered most.”
Natalie Wurst
Owner, Clutch Creative Marketing
HOW MARIA WORKS
Strategy PRECISION
Vision-Oriented Planning
She streamlines workflows, optimizes resources, and brings order to chaos—empowering teams to perform at their highest level.
Operational Rigor
Process-Driven Execution
She streamlines workflows, optimizes resources, and brings order to chaos—empowering teams to perform at their highest level.
Leadership with EQ
People-First Management
Maria fosters high-trust environments, navigates tough conversations with empathy, and unites diverse stakeholders to move as one.
Reliable Execution
Reliable, Calm, On-Point
From high-stakes press to multi-phase rollouts, Maria delivers with precision, ensuring nothing slips through the cracks.
CONNECT WITH MARIA
Connect with Maria Callahan for consultations, inquiries, or collaborations. Experience the difference in marketing. design, and operations expertise.
