Welcome to Fagnilli Group Empowering Growth Together
True inclusion is transformative. It’s about unlocking potential and driving excellence. We’ve spent two decades helping businesses turn societal changes into strategic advantages.
Our approach? Inclusion Driven Performance™, a paradigm shift that empowers your entire workforce to drive creativity, innovation and sustainable growth.
Meet Mariana
Mariana is a globally recognized executive with over 20 years of senior leadership experience. Her multifaceted career spans legal practice, international government affairs, policy development, and organizational culture transformation. She specializes in cultivating inclusive cultures, driving employee engagement, and enhancing intercultural competence across Fortune 500 companies, as well as smaller organizations across multiple industries.
Mariana’s work has earned her several prestigious awards and recognitions. Most recently Mariana was named Top Women Leaders by Women We Admire, Raising Star by We are All Human and Top Chief Diversity Officer by Color Magazine. Her expertise lies in developing and implementing innovative strategies that foster Inclusion-Driven Performance™, a concept she pioneered to drive engagement, creativity, and innovation in multicultural environments. Through her approach, Mariana helps organizations unlock their full potential, driving sustainable growth and competitive advantage in today’s global marketplace.
Leveraging her unique blend of legal acumen, policy expertise, and cultural intelligence, Mariana guides organizations in creating inclusive ecosystems that not only comply with regulations but also thrive on the power of diverse perspectives.
Mariana’s passion for social justice and human rights is rooted in her experiences growing up in Argentina during the political turmoil of the ’70s. Her multicultural background, international relations education, and global experience from living and working in various countries enable her to build bridges across diverse groups and stakeholders.
As the founder of the Fagnilli Group, Mariana leads a collaborative team of specialists dedicated to advancing Inclusion-Driven Performance. The group draws on a wealth of collective expertise and best practices to deliver exceptional results for clients, enhancing business performance, team excellence, and economic success through the strategic integration of inclusive practices.
Notable achievements include:
- Member of the World Economic Forum
- Member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council
- Founding member of the NHCC Latino DEI Collective and Advisory Board Member
- Best-selling author and sought-after speaker
- Recent recognitions: Top Women Leaders by Women We Admire, Raising Star by We are All Human, Outstanding Leader of Imapact by Diversity MBA and Top Chief Diversity Officer by Color Magazine
Partner with us
Unleash the full potential of your workforce and propel your organization to unprecedented heights of success in our rapidly evolving global economy.
From Fortune 100 companies to fast-growing startups, our expertise has helped organizations across various industries harness the full potential of their entire workforce. Our clients have seen their inclusive practices evolve from surface-level initiatives to strategic business drivers, resulting in enhanced innovation, improved employee engagement, and increased organizational performance. These efforts have earned our clients awards, media recognition, and industry accolades, solidifying their positions as leaders in driving high performance through inclusive practices.
"As a growing startup, we knew we needed to prioritize DEI from the ground up, but we weren't sure where to start. Mariana provided invaluable guidance, helping us craft inclusive policies, implement awareness programs, and establish employee networks. Her data-driven approach allowed us to set measurable goals and track our progress. The impact has been profound - we've seen improved retention rates, especially among diverse talent, and our employer brand has strengthened significantly."
"Mariana's innovative DEI approach transformed our company. Her 'innovation hubs' concept brought diverse minds together, sparking creativity and solving long-standing challenges. This didn't just improve our culture - it directly boosted our bottom line with new product ideas and streamlined processes. Mariana's work proved that effective DEI isn't just right - it's smart business"
Mariana's guidance catalyzed a profound cultural shift in our organization. Her tailored strategies fostered genuine inclusivity, transforming how we communicate, collaborate, and innovate. We've seen increased employee engagement, better retention, and a more vibrant workplace. This cultural renaissance has positioned us as an employer of choice in our industry."