Meet the Team


Imagine a team of talented professionals, each with years of wisdom and a passion for helping others succeed. They bring a thoughtful, nurturing approach to consulting, weaving together experience and empathy to guide your business through every challenge. With a keen eye for detail and a genuine care for your success, they’ll work hand in hand with you, turning obstacles into opportunities for growth. Whether refining strategy or sparking fresh ideas, this team creates solutions that feel as empowering as they are effective. Together, you’ll build something beautiful, with success that blossoms naturally.


Dana Vines

Dana is a seasoned sales and business development professional with over 15 years of experience across various industries, including technology, hospitality, digital marketing, and event management. Her career reflects a consistent track record of building strategic partnerships, driving sales growth, and enhancing brand presence.

Alice Guala

Alice Guala is a London-based freelance social media and paid marketing strategist with 8+ years of experience driving growth for brands in tech, media, and education. She specializes in data-driven campaigns, content strategy, and paid social, delivering results like a 35% lift in MQLs for bant.io and a 51% revenue boost for Insider. Fluent in English and Italian, Alice combines creativity with analytics to build high-impact, audience-focused campaigns. She holds a Master’s from the University of Brighton and is currently open to new freelance opportunities

Sasha Macko

Sasha is a highly experienced executive with a strong focus on data analysis, financial modeling, and systems development, particularly within SaaS and startup environments. With a career spanning over 15 years, Sasha has developed expertise in key performance indicators, customer relationship management , strategic planning, and operations management across various industries, including plant sciences, renewable energy, and digital marketing.

Sami Spears

Sami is a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience spanning event services, hospitality, finance, and arts management. Sami has strong financial expertise and a deep background in music festivals and the arts. Their hands-on approach and adaptability across diverse industries reflect their ability to manage both high-level logistics and guest services in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

Nadia Muhieddine

Nadia brings over 14 years of experience in consulting, coaching, and passion for fostering mental/physical health. She has completed multiple training programs to enhance her ability to support individuals spiritually, mentally, and emotionally. Her professional background spans direct sales, marketing, coaching and recruitment. Nadia emphasizes that refining belief systems is essential to success.

Tara Dettmar

An experienced environmental leader with over a decade in project management, grant writing, and community-focused initiatives, Tara holds an expertise in coordinating large-scale restoration projects and managing multi-partner collaborations. Tara has advanced training in justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion that further strengthens a commitment to sustainable resource management, reinforced by leadership roles on advisory boards shaping environmental policy. Skilled in building partnerships and securing funding, Tara consistently delivers results.

Truth Wingfield

Experienced publicist specializing in media outreach, brand storytelling, and strategic communications. Currently serving at Macro-Management Group, Truth Wingfield leverages her expertise to enhance client visibility and reputation in competitive markets. Her role involves crafting compelling narratives, managing media relations, and executing targeted publicity campaigns to align with client objectives. With a strong foundation in public relations and a keen understanding of media dynamics, she effectively bridges the gap between clients and their audiences.

Steff

Steff is an enigma and you’re lucky to reach her at all as she’s constantly in the midst of global Dubstep takeover.
unapologetically.

She also has an AMAZINGGG radio voice.

Krista Gargano

Krista Gargano is a seasoned graphic designer with over a decade of experience in branding, advertising, publication, and email marketing. Currently a Designer at Big Sea, she specializes in brand identity and digital marketing campaigns, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful visual solutions. Her previous roles include Art Director at Blue Ridge Motorcycling Magazine and freelance designer at Letterpress Communications and Gargano Group. Krista’s expertise spans packaging design, publication layout, and digital collateral, with a portfolio showcasing work for clients across various industries. She is proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop.

Marilyn

Marilyn Neville is an experienced leader skilled in project implementation and strategic execution across complex environments. She bridges vision with action, guiding cross-functional teams to exceed goals. Known for her analytical insight and ability to simplify complexity, Marilyn optimizes processes, drives innovation, and builds meaningful, results-driven relationships.

Yekaterina Toporkova

Dynamic and results-oriented operations leader with over a decade of experience spanning high-tech manufacturing, analytical chemistry, and cannabis science. Proven expertise in leading cross-functional teams, implementing LEAN-driven process improvements, and navigating complex regulatory environments (ORELAP, ISO 17025, OSHA, OLCC). Adept at bridging technical rigor with people-first management, delivering operational excellence in both startup and corporate settings. Skilled in project implementation, quality system design, metrology, and LIMS rollouts, with a passion for science communication and emerging industries.Katya is a highly experienced executive with a strong focus on Chemistry and bioanalytics.