Mariana has been moderator, interviewer, and host at high-stakes events for companies and organizations all over the world. In fact, she is a fixture at some events that wouldn’t think of having the event without her.
More than just an onstage presence, Mariana brings her journalism skills to every assignment. She acts as an editorial partner, helping shape the throughline of a program; developing questions that match the moment and navigating complex topics with clarity. From geopolitics and technology to finance, media, and culture, Mariana works seamlessly with the production team to ensure technical execution is as polished as the content. She brings structure without stiffness and energy without chaos, so momentum stays high across multi-session and multi-day programs.
Mariana has interviewed and shared the stage with world leaders, cultural icons, and business executives, including Pope Francis, King Felipe VI (Spain), Michael Bloomberg, Bill Ackman, Arianna Huffington, Tyler Perry, Rafael Nadal and Serena Williams. She has a reputation for putting guests at ease and getting surprising and valuable takeaways that resonate with audiences beyond the event.