Dr. Luana Marques

Radiating an energetic blend of personal charisma and scholarly depth, Dr. Luana Marques has emerged as a powerful force in the global speaking circuit. She is known for her captivating presence and dynamic storytelling that weaves together the threads of her personal journey and professional expertise to inspire transformation in her audiences.

Dr. Marques’s personal story of overcoming adversity, trauma, and poverty while growing up in Brazil provides authenticity and depth to her message. As an Associate Professor at Harvard Medical School, Past President of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, and best-seller author, Dr. Marques is a paragon of resilience, determination, and boldness.

Through decades of work as a researcher, clinician, author, and speaker, Dr. Marques has been relentless in her goal of equipping everyone everywhere with skills to thrive. True to her mission, Dr. Marques is devoted to igniting action. Everyone who attends her events leave with a personalized plan to overcome challenges and make the next bold move toward what matters most. Dr. Marques’s hidden superpower comes through during Q&A’s, where she meets people where they are and provides them with tools to get unstuck in real time. This commitment to actionable insight sets her apart, leaving her audiences not only inspired but armed with science-backed tools for change.

Her latest critically acclaimed book, "Bold Move, A 3-Step Plan to Transform Anxiety into Power," is a testament to her ability to translate complex scientific insights into actionable strategies. Whether she's addressing a roomful of CEOs, community leaders, or corporate teams, Dr. Marques empowers them with science-backed tools that they can implement immediately to catalyze change.

Dr. Marques's influential work has found recognition in numerous high-profile platforms, including The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, BIG THINK, Forbes, The New York Times, Good Morning America, and Face the Nation. She is often featured in the top podcasts such as 10% Happier and The Mel Robbins Podcast.

Dr. Marques lives outside of Boston with her husband David and their son Diego.