Testimonials

Myrto Anastassiadou
Executive Producer, Marcus Evans Events
Your energy is on another level Marco! It's amazing how unpredictable your presentations are! Super creative and great choice of metaphors and visuals and a lot of humour make you stand out! Keep going!! 😊
Hugo Barbosa
Senior Director, Viiv Healthcare
Your ability to be provocative in a nice manner, while showing up as knowledgeable and structured was really impressive. You have truly mastered the art of keeping it fresh, funny, and still interesting and credible!
Joana Santos
Joana Santos
Sales Director, Google
Marco is a special person and I don't say that about many people. He uses creativity to solve the simplest problems and aces storytelling, which says a lot about his capability for sharing his vision and bringing people along for the challenge.
Brands
Marsden Kline
Co-Founder
Thoughtfully told, these unfiltered glimpses into the lives of strangers remind us all we can learn from slowing down and talking to one another. Heartfelt inspiration for your coffee table. You will be so thankful to have put your phone down and picked up this book.
Becky Thalmann
CEO-Founder
It's a collection of stories about how leaders show up (imperfectly). Marco is a funny writer who offers unique perspective about who people really are that creates powerful, inspiring collection of stories. It's easy to read on the train to/from work or sitting in the car waiting for kids instead of scrolling. It's a form of mediation and a tool to embrace our imperfections.
Melis Altinoluk
DATA detective
When you give a presentation, your authenticity and passion shine through. You have a unique capacity to connect with others on a personal level, making complex issues more approachable and interesting. I would tell a friend that your presentations are not only instructive, but also transforming.
Alexander de Wit
Alexander de Wit
Founder, Little Gym
Marco, I love how your presentations are presents. You share your passion and your best practice knowledge with people and you always strive to adapt to your audience to make it even more impactful. It’s never about you, always about helping others.
Mariam Kone
Manager, Coca-Cola
Your talent for breaking down complex topics into easily digestible pieces is truly admirable. Your passion, authenticity, and deep knowledge shine through when you speak, captivating and inspiring your audience. Your ability to navigate through diverse moods is incredible.
Goncalo Gaiolas
Gonçalo Gaiolas
Chief Product Officer
Diving into this book felt like having a heart-to-heart with a cherished friend over a cup of hot cocoa. It’s cozy, soothing, and brimming with tales that reassure us it's perfectly fine to trip over our shoelaces from time to time.
Lois McKenzie
Consultant
Marco is a breath of fresh air. His philosophies on the business of AI really give me hope for the future of business as we know it.  If you have the chance to hire him for an event, RUN don't walk. Chances like that don't come around very often. He's exactly the kind of person the corporate world needs, and they needed him yesterday.
Mariah Edmondson
Global Marketing Director
A story teller that takes the audience along for the ride. Super pragmatic and relatable … never a lecture. Humour and the ability to make topics relevant and actionable. Ah ha moments peppered throughout.
Jay Nagrecha
Start-up Founder
1. Captivate the audience by mixing seriousness with humour.
2. Delivery material is backed by insightful data and evidence.
3. Establish a connection with empathy and genuine gratitude.
Joana Santos
Joana Santos
Sales Director - Google
Marco is a special person and I don't say that about many people. He uses creativity to solve the simplest problems and aces storytelling, which says a lot about his capability of sharing his vision and bringing people along for the challenge.
Brands
Marsden Kline
Co-Founder
Thoughtfully told, these unfiltered glimpses into the lives of strangers remind us all we can learn from slowing down and talking to one another. Heartfelt inspiration for your coffee table. You will be so thankful to have put your phone down and picked up this book.
Becky Thalmann
CEO-Founder
It's a collection of stories about how leaders show up (imperfectly). Marco is a funny writer who offers unique perspective about who people really are that creates powerful, inspiring collection of stories. It's easy to read on the train to/from work or sitting in the car waiting for kids instead of scrolling. It's a form of mediation and a tool to embrace our imperfections.
Melis Altinoluk
DATA detective
When you give a presentation, your authenticity and passion shine through. You have a unique capacity to connect with others on a personal level, making complex issues more approachable and interesting. I would tell a friend that your presentations are not only instructive, but also transforming.
Sonal Bhaskaran
Director - UBS
I saw a video of you speaking and it was the energy and fire you brought with you that kept me engaged Really felt the passion and knowledge you had and what you wanted people to learn from it all.
Helio Fujita
SVP HR Executive
I really appreciate Marco's bias to action approach, making things practical, keeping it honest and love the playfulness / humor he brings to his presentations.
Lee-Anne Zinetti
Senior Director, Novartis
You don't present, you communicate - by talking with the audience, laughing with them, being real. You look like you’re genuinely having fun so ppl forget they’re sitting in a presentation, rather instead like they’re catching up with an old friend/colleague and learning something new about the world.
Manuel Román Cantón
Marketing Director at Netflix
Marco is the very definition of a transformational marketing executive. His strength comes from his deep knowledge of traditional marketing, coupled with his broad digital experience. I first witnessed this when Marco built an incredible marketing operation in Portugal in the early days of digital marketing. He then went on to help transform some of the world’s most valuable consumer brands, which make me highly recommend him as the brand-builder that every team or business needs.
Sonal Bhaskaran
Director, UBS
I saw a video of you speaking and it was the energy and fire you brought with you that kept me engaged Really felt the passion and knowledge you had and what you wanted people to learn from it all.
Helio Fujita
SVP HR Executive
I really appreciate Marco's bias to action approach, making things practical, keeping it honest and love the playfulness / humor he brings to his presentations.
Lee-Anne Zinetti
Senior Director, Novartis
You don't present, you communicate - by talking with the audience, laughing with them, being real. You look like you’re genuinely having fun, so ppl forget they’re sitting in a presentation, rather instead like they’re catching up with an old friend/colleague and learning something new about the world.
Manuel Román Cantón
Marketing Director at Netflix
Marco is the very definition of a transformational marketing executive. I first witnessed this when Marco built an incredible marketing operation in the early days of digital marketing. He then went on to help transform some of the world’s most valuable consumer brands, which make me recommend him as the brand-builder every business needs.
Brian Robbins
Brian Robbins
VP, Novartis
I’ve worked with Marco as his client, peer and manager. He has a track record of helping marketers build on their foundations and stretch into new territories — from the early days of digital marketing to his recent work on generative AI. Above all, he’s excellent at driving human connections.
Pedro Pina
Pedro Pina
VP, Head of YouTube EMEA
Marco is a marketeer at heart with a suave quality that hypnotises both clients and his teams. His emotional intelligence - in particular his empathy and his intuition - are powerful weapons to win the hearts and minds of clients and Googlers.
Tejal Vishalpura
Tejal Vishalpura
SVP Marketing, Novo Nordisk
Witnessing your rise as a global thought leader at the intersection of AI, Marketing, and Healthcare is a true joy. Your journey is a powerful reminder of the boundless possibilities that emerge when we believe in and bring out the best in each other - the profound difference we can make in each other’s lives even in a short time.
Claudio Truzzi
Claudio Truzzi
AI Forum Director, The Conference Board
Available, passionate, unfiltered, authentic, energetic, unique, insightful" - these are the words often used to describe Marco, and I wholeheartedly agree. What truly sets Marco apart is his remarkable consistency. In a world filled with uncertainty, Marco's steadfast nature is a rare and comforting presence.
Elen Barber
Elen Barber
Chief Marketing Officer, Betway
I attended Marco's talk on Gen AI. He's a fantastic speaker. His energy is contagious and he captivated the audience right from the beginning. He navigated through intricate concepts, providing clear insights and real-world examples that inspired the audience to know more - and do more.
Wellington Cardoso
Wellington Cardoso
Associate Vice-Chair, Columbia University
Marco’s deep knowledge of his trade (AI, Marketing) makes him deliver complex subjects with the ease of those great storytellers, who are able to keep an audience of experts and lay people equally thrilled. Not many people can do that, and Marco does it with the spontaneity of a virtuoso musician or performer.
Manuel Román Cantón
Manuel Román Cantón
Marketing Director, Netflix
Marco is the very definition of a transformational marketing executive. I witnessed Marco build an incredible marketing operation in the early days of digital marketing. He then went on to help transform some of the world’s most valuable consumer brands - he's the brand-builder every business needs.
Joana Santos
Joana Santos
Sales Director, Google
Marco uses creativity to solve the simplest problems and aces storytelling, which says a lot about his capability for sharing his vision and bringing people along for the challenge.
Becky Thalmann
Becky Thalmann
Founder & CEO
Marco is a funny writer who offers unique perspective about who people really are that creates powerful, inspiring collection of stories. It's easy to read on the train to/from work or sitting in the car waiting for kids instead of scrolling. It's a form of mediation and a tool to embrace our imperfections.
Myrto Anastassiadou
Myrto Anastassiadou
Executive Producer, Marcus Evans Events
Your energy is on another level Marco! It's amazing how unpredictable your presentations are! Super creative and great choice of metaphors and visuals and a lot of humour make you stand out! Keep going!
Miguel Diez Asenjo
Miguel Diez Asenjo
Group VP, Santander
From the moment I first listened to Marco, I was struck by the unique talent he possesses for showing how AI can transform a business into a market leader, all while remaining incredibly grounded in real-world scenarios. He is the voice every company needs to hear to harness AI’s full potential.
Alyssa Fenoglio
Alyssa Fenoglio
VP, Global Head of Digital, TEVA Pharmaceuticals
Marco's keynote at NextPharma 2024 was eye-opening. His expertise on AI trends and organizational implementation is truly remarkable. As a speaker, Marco doesn't just inform - he ignites curiosity and inspires action. He excels at catalyzing leaders to seriously consider AI's role in their business and personal spheres.
Sonal Bhaskaran
Sonal Bhaskaran
Director, UBS
I saw a video of you speaking and it was the energy and fire you brought with you that kept me engaged. Really felt the passion and knowledge you had and what you wanted people to learn from it all.
Mariah Edmondson
Mariah Edmondson
Global Marketing Director, Amgen
A story teller that takes the audience along for the ride. Super pragmatic and relatable … never a lecture. Humour and the ability to make topics relevant and actionable. Ah ha moments peppered throughout.
Lois McKenzie
Lois McKenzie
Consultant
Marco is a breath of fresh air. His perspectives on AI really give me hope for the future of business as we know it. If you have the chance to hire him for an event, RUN don't walk. Chances like that don't come around very often. He's exactly the kind of person the corporate world needs.
Mariam Kone
Mariam Kone
Manager, Coca-Cola
Your talent for breaking down complex topics into easily digestible pieces is truly admirable. Your passion, authenticity, and deep knowledge shine through when you speak, captivating and inspiring your audience. Your ability to navigate through diverse moods is incredible.
Gonçalo Gaiolas
Gonçalo Gaiolas
Chief Product Officer, SoSafe
Diving into this book felt like having a heart-to-heart with a cherished friend over a cup of hot cocoa. It’s cozy, soothing, and brimming with tales that reassure us it's perfectly fine to trip over our shoelaces from time to time.
Hugo Barbosa
Hugo Barbosa
Senior Director, Viiv Healthcare
Your ability to be provocative in a nice manner, while showing up as knowledgeable and structured was really impressive. You have truly mastered the art of keeping it fresh, funny, and still interesting and credible!
Nuno Constant
Nuno Constant
VP, Procter & Gamble
Marco has always been at the forefront of innovation, deeply rooted in business needs. He faces challenges head-on, bringing others along regardless of the topic, the function or the industry.
Dan Wong
Dan Wong
CEO, GIFT.ed
Marco was the inaugural keynote speaker for The Asia AI Forum. Marco’s energetic and visionary delivery was thought provoking and wide ranging. In a very short amount of time, he was able to get Forum Members with varying degrees of AI experience to envision ways in which AI could be leveraged for their organizations.
Erika Lovegreen
Erika Lovegreen
SVP Marketing, ICUC-Dentsu
I can't recommend Marco enough for a workshop or any thought leadership you need around AI for your business. From using real-world relevant examples, to a little honest self-deprecation from his personal experiences, all of our team members felt comfortable getting vulnerable with and inspired by Marco.
Sammy Rashed
Sammy Rashed
Strategic Advisor, ICF-PCC
Marco delivered a brilliant keynote at our EU Think Tank focused on "unleashing an AI-enabled organization". His ability to make complex topics like AI accessible and engaging is truly remarkable. He’s witty, insightful, and has a unique knack for keeping the audience captivated. Marco’s presentation left everyone motivated and inspired to explore the potential of AI.
Jan Reischek
Jan Reischek
CEO, ICUC Social
Marco addressed our leadership team and within a few short hours, reshaped our team's mindset, producing immediate, actionable strategies to enhance the business. His dynamic facilitation approach made the session enjoyable and motivating for everyone. We continue to witness the impact of his work through ongoing discussions and results from the team.
Marsden Kline
Marsden Kline
Co-Founder
Thoughtfully told, these unfiltered glimpses into the lives of strangers remind us all we can learn from slowing down and talking to one another. Heartfelt inspiration for your coffee table. You will be so thankful to have put your phone down and picked up this book.
Elen Barber
Elen Barber
Chief Marketing Officer, Betway
I attended Marco's talk on Gen AI. He's a fantastic speaker. His energy is contagious and he captivated the audience right from the beginning. He navigated through intricate concepts, providing clear insights and real-world examples that inspired the audience to know more - and do more.
Tejal Vishalpura
Tejal Vishalpura
SVP Marketing, Novo Nordisk
Witnessing your rise as a global thought leader at the intersection of AI, Marketing, and Healthcare is a true joy. Your journey is a powerful reminder of the boundless possibilities that emerge when we believe in and bring out the best in each other - the profound difference we can make in each other’s lives even in a short time.
Becky Thalmann
Becky Thalmann
Founder & CEO
Marco is a funny writer who offers unique perspective about who people really are that creates powerful, inspiring collection of stories. It's easy to read on the train to/from work or sitting in the car waiting for kids instead of scrolling. It's a form of mediation and a tool to embrace our imperfections.
Joana Santos
Joana Santos
Sales Director, Google
Marco uses creativity to solve the simplest problems and aces storytelling, which says a lot about his capability for sharing his vision and bringing people along for the challenge.
Manuel Román Cantón
Manuel Román Cantón
Marketing Director, Netflix
Marco is the very definition of a transformational marketing executive. I witnessed Marco build an incredible marketing operation in the early days of digital marketing. He then went on to help transform some of the world’s most valuable consumer brands - he's the brand-builder every business needs.
Gonçalo Gaiolas
Gonçalo Gaiolas
Chief Product Officer, SoSafe
Diving into this book felt like having a heart-to-heart with a cherished friend over a cup of hot cocoa. It’s cozy, soothing, and brimming with tales that reassure us it's perfectly fine to trip over our shoelaces from time to time.
Jan Reischek
Jan Reischek
CEO, ICUC Social
Marco addressed our leadership team and within a few short hours, reshaped our team's mindset, producing immediate, actionable strategies to enhance the business. His dynamic facilitation approach made the session enjoyable and motivating for everyone. We continue to witness the impact of his work through ongoing discussions and results from the team.
Sammy Rashed
Sammy Rashed
Strategic Advisor, ICF-PCC
Marco delivered a brilliant keynote at our EU Think Tank focused on "unleashing an AI-enabled organization". His ability to make complex topics like AI accessible and engaging is truly remarkable. He’s witty, insightful, and has a unique knack for keeping the audience captivated. Marco’s presentation left everyone motivated and inspired to explore the potential of AI.
Erika Lovegreen
Erika Lovegreen
SVP Marketing, ICUC-Dentsu
I can't recommend Marco enough for a workshop or any thought leadership you need around AI for your business. From using real-world relevant examples, to a little honest self-deprecation from his personal experiences, all of our team members felt comfortable getting vulnerable with and inspired by Marco.
Dan Wong
Dan Wong
CEO, GIFT.ed
Marco was the inaugural keynote speaker for The Asia AI Forum. Marco’s energetic and visionary delivery was thought provoking and wide ranging. In a very short amount of time, he was able to get Forum Members with varying degrees of AI experience to envision ways in which AI could be leveraged for their organizations.
Miguel Diez Asenjo
Miguel Diez Asenjo
Group VP, Santander
From the moment I first listened to Marco, I was struck by the unique talent he possesses for showing how AI can transform a business into a market leader, all while remaining incredibly grounded in real-world scenarios. He is the voice every company needs to hear to harness AI’s full potential.
Pedro Pina
Pedro Pina
VP, Head of YouTube EMEA
Marco is a marketeer at heart with a suave quality that hypnotises both clients and his teams. His emotional intelligence - in particular his empathy and his intuition - are powerful weapons to win the hearts and minds of clients and Googlers.
Brian Robbins
Brian Robbins
VP, Novartis
I’ve worked with Marco as his client, peer and manager. He has a track record of helping marketers build on their foundations and stretch into new territories — from the early days of digital marketing to his recent work on generative AI. Above all, he’s excellent at driving human connections.
Claudio Truzzi
Claudio Truzzi
AI Forum Director, The Conference Board
Available, passionate, unfiltered, authentic, energetic, unique, insightful" - these are the words often used to describe Marco, and I wholeheartedly agree. What truly sets Marco apart is his remarkable consistency. In a world filled with uncertainty, Marco's steadfast nature is a rare and comforting presence.
Myrto Anastassiadou
Myrto Anastassiadou
Executive Producer, Marcus Evans Events
Your energy is on another level Marco! It's amazing how unpredictable your presentations are! Super creative and great choice of metaphors and visuals and a lot of humour make you stand out! Keep going!
Sonal Bhaskaran
Sonal Bhaskaran
Director, UBS
I saw a video of you speaking and it was the energy and fire you brought with you that kept me engaged. Really felt the passion and knowledge you had and what you wanted people to learn from it all.
Marsden Kline
Marsden Kline
Co-Founder
Thoughtfully told, these unfiltered glimpses into the lives of strangers remind us all we can learn from slowing down and talking to one another. Heartfelt inspiration for your coffee table. You will be so thankful to have put your phone down and picked up this book.
Brian Robbins
VP, Novartis
I’ve worked with Marco as his client, peer and manager. He has a track record of helping marketers build on their foundations and stretch into new territories — from the early days of digital marketing to his recent work on generative AI. Above all, he’s excellent at driving human connections.
Pedro Pina
VP, Head of YouTube EMEA
Marco is a marketeer at heart with a suave quality that hypnotises both clients and his teams. His emotional intelligence - in particular his empathy and his intuition - are powerful weapons to win the hearts and minds of clients and Googlers.
Tejal Vishalpura
SVP Marketing, Novo Nordisk
Witnessing your rise as a global thought leader at the intersection of AI, Marketing, and Healthcare is a true joy. Your journey is a powerful reminder of the boundless possibilities that emerge when we believe in and bring out the best in each other - the profound difference we can make in each other’s lives even in a short time.
Claudio Truzzi
AI Forum Director, The Conference Board
Available, passionate, unfiltered, authentic, energetic, unique, insightful" - these are the words often used to describe Marco, and I wholeheartedly agree. What truly sets Marco apart is his remarkable consistency. In a world filled with uncertainty, Marco's steadfast nature is a rare and comforting presence.
Elen Barber
Chief Marketing Officer, Betway
I attended Marco's talk on Gen AI. He's a fantastic speaker. His energy is contagious and he captivated the audience right from the beginning. He navigated through intricate concepts, providing clear insights and real-world examples that inspired the audience to know more - and do more.
Wellington Cardoso
Associate Vice-Chair, Columbia University
Marco’s deep knowledge of his trade (AI, Marketing) makes him deliver complex subjects with the ease of those great storytellers, who are able to keep an audience of experts and lay people equally thrilled. Not many people can do that, and Marco does it with the spontaneity of a virtuoso musician or performer.
Manuel Román Cantón
Marketing Director, Netflix
Marco is the very definition of a transformational marketing executive. I witnessed Marco build an incredible marketing operation in the early days of digital marketing. He then went on to help transform some of the world’s most valuable consumer brands - he's the brand-builder every business needs.
Joana Santos
Sales Director, Google
Marco uses creativity to solve the simplest problems and aces storytelling, which says a lot about his capability for sharing his vision and bringing people along for the challenge.
Becky Thalmann
Founder & CEO
Marco is a funny writer who offers unique perspective about who people really are that creates powerful, inspiring collection of stories. It's easy to read on the train to/from work or sitting in the car waiting for kids instead of scrolling. It's a form of mediation and a tool to embrace our imperfections.
Myrto Anastassiadou
Executive Producer, Marcus Evans Events
Your energy is on another level Marco! It's amazing how unpredictable your presentations are! Super creative and great choice of metaphors and visuals and a lot of humour make you stand out! Keep going!
Miguel Diez Asenjo
Group VP, Santander
From the moment I first listened to Marco, I was struck by the unique talent he possesses for showing how AI can transform a business into a market leader, all while remaining incredibly grounded in real-world scenarios. He is the voice every company needs to hear to harness AI’s full potential.
Alyssa Fenoglio
VP, Global Head of Digital, TEVA Pharmaceuticals
Marco's keynote at NextPharma 2024 was eye-opening. His expertise on AI trends and organizational implementation is truly remarkable. As a speaker, Marco doesn't just inform - he ignites curiosity and inspires action. He excels at catalyzing leaders to seriously consider AI's role in their business and personal spheres.
Sonal Bhaskaran
Director, UBS
I saw a video of you speaking and it was the energy and fire you brought with you that kept me engaged. Really felt the passion and knowledge you had and what you wanted people to learn from it all.
Mariah Edmondson
Global Marketing Director, Amgen
A story teller that takes the audience along for the ride. Super pragmatic and relatable … never a lecture. Humour and the ability to make topics relevant and actionable. Ah ha moments peppered throughout.
Lois McKenzie
Consultant
Marco is a breath of fresh air. His perspectives on AI really give me hope for the future of business as we know it. If you have the chance to hire him for an event, RUN don't walk. Chances like that don't come around very often. He's exactly the kind of person the corporate world needs.
Mariam Kone
Manager, Coca-Cola
Your talent for breaking down complex topics into easily digestible pieces is truly admirable. Your passion, authenticity, and deep knowledge shine through when you speak, captivating and inspiring your audience. Your ability to navigate through diverse moods is incredible.
Gonçalo Gaiolas
Chief Product Officer, SoSafe
Diving into this book felt like having a heart-to-heart with a cherished friend over a cup of hot cocoa. It’s cozy, soothing, and brimming with tales that reassure us it's perfectly fine to trip over our shoelaces from time to time.
Hugo Barbosa
Senior Director, Viiv Healthcare
Your ability to be provocative in a nice manner, while showing up as knowledgeable and structured was really impressive. You have truly mastered the art of keeping it fresh, funny, and still interesting and credible!
Nuno Constant
VP, Procter & Gamble
Marco has always been at the forefront of innovation, deeply rooted in business needs. He faces challenges head-on, bringing others along regardless of the topic, the function or the industry.
Dan Wong
CEO, GIFT.ed
Marco was the inaugural keynote speaker for The Asia AI Forum. Marco’s energetic and visionary delivery was thought provoking and wide ranging. In a very short amount of time, he was able to get Forum Members with varying degrees of AI experience to envision ways in which AI could be leveraged for their organizations.
Erika Lovegreen
SVP Marketing, ICUC-Dentsu
I can't recommend Marco enough for a workshop or any thought leadership you need around AI for your business. From using real-world relevant examples, to a little honest self-deprecation from his personal experiences, all of our team members felt comfortable getting vulnerable with and inspired by Marco.
Sammy Rashed
Strategic Advisor, ICF-PCC
Marco delivered a brilliant keynote at our EU Think Tank focused on "unleashing an AI-enabled organization". His ability to make complex topics like AI accessible and engaging is truly remarkable. He’s witty, insightful, and has a unique knack for keeping the audience captivated. Marco’s presentation left everyone motivated and inspired to explore the potential of AI.
Jan Reischek
CEO, ICUC Social
Marco addressed our leadership team and within a few short hours, reshaped our team's mindset, producing immediate, actionable strategies to enhance the business. His dynamic facilitation approach made the session enjoyable and motivating for everyone. We continue to witness the impact of his work through ongoing discussions and results from the team.
Marsden Kline
Co-Founder
Thoughtfully told, these unfiltered glimpses into the lives of strangers remind us all we can learn from slowing down and talking to one another. Heartfelt inspiration for your coffee table. You will be so thankful to have put your phone down and picked up this book.
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