👋 Hi! I’m Marissa Garza—a multi-passionate creative, consultant, and community builder dedicated to helping people and organizations connect, create, and thrive. With over a decade of experience in project management, customer success, content creation, and digital business strategy, I’ve made it my mission to simplify the complexities of building impactful systems and telling meaningful stories.

My journey has taken me through diverse roles that have shaped who I am and how I work. As a Museum Educator with the West Chicago City Museum, I developed programs that brought local history and culture to life for the community. At Strivr, I immersed myself in VR technology to manage projects that revolutionized employee training. While at akoyaGO, I identified the need for and established the account management department, creating smoother communication and better support for clients. And with the Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois, I had the privilege of designing and running programs that inspired young leaders to make a difference.

How I Can Help

As a System Strategy & Implementation Partner, I specialize in helping entrepreneurs and creatives streamline their workflows, leverage technology, and achieve their goals. Whether it’s crafting Zapier automation guides or building Notion decision trees, I’m here to simplify the overwhelming world of tech setup and integration. My collaborative and decisive approach ensures you’ll feel supported and empowered every step of the way.

What I’m Working On

I’m the creator of two Substack newsletters:

• The Setup: A guide for new content creators looking to navigate tech tools and workflows.

• Remember . . . That One Time: A look at iconic pop culture moments translated into relatable life lessons.

I also host The Good Pod alongside Jason Reed. Each week, we dive deep into the gripping world of The Good Wife, The Good Fight, Elsbeth, and the broader legal drama universe created by Robert and Michelle King. On top of that, I’m preparing to launch a companion podcast for The Setup called Mess-essary.

Building Community

I’m passionate about bringing people together, whether through facilitating The Solidarity Shelf book club or planning collaborations that foster community impact and shared growth. Accessibility and inclusivity are at the heart of my approach, ensuring that growth is sustainable for everyone involved.

A Little More About Me

Outside of my professional work, I love to travel, capture my thoughts in a journal, and immerse myself in great storytelling. I’m also a notary and a big advocate for finding balance between digital tools and intentional offline moments. Whether I’m helping you set up tech systems or sparking conversations about social impact, I’m committed to using my expertise, empathy and experience to help you shine.

Here’s a peek at the latest on my Instagram: