MARIA BREWER
U.S. Ambassador | Leadership & Executive Coach
Bloom Where Planted
Empowering Leaders to
Bloom Where Planted.
About Maria
Maria Brewer is an accomplished global leader, former U.S. Ambassador, and leadership mentor with 29 years of distinguished Foreign Service experience. She has lived and served across continents, leading high-performing teams, navigating sensitive diplomatic challenges, and guiding the next generation of leaders.
Her coaching today reflects the same authentic leadership principles that shaped her diplomatic career: power, presence, and purpose.
What Drives Her Work
Maria supports:
Aspiring and emerging leaders, particularly Latinas seeking to move to the next level of leadership
Women navigating leadership and career growth
First-generation professionals
Individuals going through major life or career transitions
Her coaching creates a safe and reflective space where clients can gain clarity, find their strengths, and take intentional steps toward the life and career they want.
Her Approach to Coaching
How Maria Helps Her Clients Grow
Maria blends deep leadership experience with human-centred coaching. Her approach is built on:
Reflective inquiry that reveals hidden patterns
Values-based decision-making for grounded leadership
Strategic thinking shaped by decades of global work
Accountability that turns insight into action
Compassionate honesty that encourages clarity and confidence
Areas of Expertise
Leadership Development
Executive Coaching
Career Development Coaching
Life Coaching
Negotiation
Conflict Navigation
Interview Preparation
Public Speaking & Presence
Each session with Maria draws upon her professional depth and personal insights.
Her Philosophy
BLOOM WHERE PLANTED
Growth Starts With You
Maria believes that you don’t need a perfect situation to grow.
You need positivity, courage, and support.
Her Bloom Where Planted philosophy reflects her belief that meaningful change begins with:
Understanding your values
Owning your story
Recognizing your strengths
Building resilience
Leading from authenticity
With the right mindset and support, every challenge becomes fertile ground for the next breakthrough.
Work With Maria
Begin Your Journey
Whether you’re seeking clarity, navigating change, or stepping into your next chapter, Maria is here to help you grow with confidence and purpose.
