So, how long have you been doing what you do, and how did you become the Business Alchemist?
Hi, I’m Mariel—The Business Alchemist.
I help ambitious women align with what matters—so they can grow with ease, lead with confidence, and manifest their boldest vision.
I’m the creator of the Energetics of Expansion™ Method, manifestation coach, energy healer, and digital strategist on a mission to help women stop settling and start expanding—on their terms. With 20+ years of entrepreneurial experience and a sacred lineage of energetic wisdom, I bridge the gap between soul and strategy, helping you rise into your boldest vision without the burnout.
But...to answer the question above...
I built a successful business, raised two boys, sold thousands of digital courses, coached hundreds of women—and still found myself quietly asking, “Is this all there is?”
It was August 2016, and I had just come through a massive emotional and financial breakdown. I made the heartbreaking decision to close down the women’s empowerment membership business I had co-founded with my best friend. To be honest, walking away from something we’d built together—something that held so much potential—left me feeling like a “quitter.” And trust me, I’ve never thought of myself as one. This was tough.
Here’s how I got there...
In my mid-20s, fresh out of business school, I landed in a sales job at a marketing company where I learned the art of sales. I picked it up fast—so fast that before long, I launched my own B2B sales and marketing company, had two offices, 30 employees and a Fortune 500 company as my client.
That’s where I really discovered my gift for sales and passion for mentoring. It was like a bootcamp that taught me to develop other people's talent.
But it was also hard. Years of grinding took their toll, and burnout finally pushed me to step away, knowing something had to change.
A couple years later, after starting a family, my best friend and I launched a local women’s entrepreneurship club, "Lady Savant Society".
It was a blast—successful, fulfilling, and I loved building relationships. But deep down, I missed the deep work of mentoring 1:1.
My soul kept whispering louder until I couldn’t ignore it. The fire for coaching and developing talent was reigniting, but after being out of 1:1 mentoring for so long, I was overwhelmed and unsure how to dive into the online world.
Still, I gathered my courage to start again—this time, aligned with a vision, which quite frankly I had no idea how I was going to fulfill.
But it wasn’t easy. I spent money on courses, invested time in learning, and tried to “fake it till I made it.”
But the online world felt like a jungle, and I was stuck.
To make matters worse... I got a phone call from my doctor that changed everything.
I was diagnosed with a brain tumor the size of an apple. I was terrified.
So here I was, my body was failing me, my relationship was struggling, and I was financially dependent, despite all the success I had achieved earlier in my life.
It was the darkest place I’d ever been, and I found myself asking, “How did I end up here?”
But in that moment, I made a decision that would forever alter the course of my life. I decided to figure out how to make my business work before surgery, manifest a successful outcome, and take control of my life—no matter the odds.
You see, I’ve been drawn to spirituality my whole life, practicing manifestation for almost 30 years now (long before it was mainstream).
Now, I was about to put everything I’d learned to the ultimate test.
I dove headfirst into everything I knew about manifesting, sales, and marketing, and created a plan to move my business forward—a system I now teach in inside our programs.
Then, I made a commitment with myself to showing up every single day for that vision, and with that fierce determination, things started to shift.
I started using video and events to get visible, signed on my first few 1:1 clients, and six months later, had a successful brain surgery that restored my hearing. In fact, my doctors were stunned.
But it didn’t stop there. Just a month after my recovery, I launched my first online group program—and filled it. And guess what? I hit six figures as a coach. Woohoo!
But with success came an unexpected challenge: guilt.
As my income grew, so did my inner fears and doubts. Who was I to make this kind of money? Who was I to live my dream? I realized I had to face deep-rooted blocks around money, as well as mindset blocks around self-worth and deservingness.
But, I’m always learning. I realized that our purpose creates "the demand"—and the Universe is always ready with "the supply" to support us as we step more fully into that purpose.
So, I took a deep dive into the inner work, shifted my relationship with money, and made space for abundance to flow in. I worked on connecting more deeply with my soul and finding the confidence to show up fully—whether on stage, in front of the camera, or in my relationships. And once I started embracing that, things really began to shift.
The result? I created EXPANSION ENERGETICS™, a soul-led framework rooted in ancient wisdom and modern energetics—designed to help you manifest your boldest vision by aligning with your soul’s rhythm, and embodying your unique frequency.
This is how you lead from your deepest truth and expand into your next level of purpose, leadership, and wealth.
It’s a new paradigm: Energy first. Strategy that sticks, second.
Living as a fully self-expressed human, grounded in your purpose and living your boldest vision in a way that is also blesses others is noble pursuit.
I also confirmed that the Universe will always meet our needs and every step always reveals itself as long as we stay the course.
True success is about so much more than just landing a client or two. It’s about finding harmony between intuition and intellect, passion and practicality. It’s about building a thriving, aligned life that integrates every part of who you are.
As my business flourished, my relationships deepened, and I began helping other leaders and visionaries break through their own fears and blocks. Watching them not only grow their wealth but also step into their true potential has been incredible.
As for my life? I call a tiny beach town home—drawn-out mornings feeding the swans, salty air in my hair. When I’m not off traveling hosting retreats or soaking up wisdom from my spiritual teacher, you’ll find me in full‑time mom‑taxi mode, chauffeuring my boys from basketball practice straight to our favorite pizza place (because some nights the stove and I just aren’t on speaking terms).
I get to paddle-board in the afternoons (weather permitting), host high impact intimate groups out of my home and just let my creativity roam.
Today, I’m on a mission to empower other brave souls who are ready to step into their boldest vision, manifest what mattes.
When your energy, strategy and actions all say the same thing about you…Your natural flow (& wealth) emerges and it then becomes your new normal. Your next level of income and impact unfolds in ways traditional thinking could never predict.
It’s your turn. Are you ready to step into your boldest vision?
If not now… when?
Who Are Your Clients?
I adore my clients. I work with heart-led women—business owners, professionals, leaders, and soul seekers—who are done doing things the hard way and ready to lead with purpose, alignment, and power.
Whether they’re building a brand, navigating a pivot, or stepping into your next chapter—they often tell me that before we worked together, they were stuck and felt like they were spinning their wheels.
These are the people who know they’re meant to make an impact.
Women I’ve Worked With Have...
Gone from stuck to sold-out
Reconnected to their power after divorce, burnout, or big transitions
Launched dream businesses with clarity and joy
Stepped into higher leadership roles with confidence
Reclaimed their voice—and their vision
Coaches, Experts & Consultants
Authors & Speaker
Therapist and PHDs
Realtors
Local Brick & Mortar Service Providers
Yoga, Fitness & Wellness
Studios
Emotional Freedom
Technique & Hypnotherapists
Spiritual Practitioners
What Makes You Different From Other Teachers and Coaches?
What sets me apart is my grounded, no-nonsense approach. I focus on connecting with you on a real level-giving you the attention you deserve.
I have a deep knowledge in personal growth and transformation, alongside serious expertise in messaging and marketing. Whether your business is spiritual or more practical, we'll captivate your ideal client's attention and get a big, fat "YES-she gets me"!
You see...this unique skill has empowered me to create hundreds of high-converting offers with pro-level messaging that not only reflect my clients’ values but also gets the right people to stop the scroll for them! It’s all about hitting that sweet spot where your business strategy and message aligns seamlessly with your purpose—no fluff, just the real you with measurable growth.
I am also a mentor in the art of manifestation and a devoted student of ancient mystery teachings, which have taken me on a journey (and much traveling) to uncover.
I don’t buy into hustle culture, but I don’t just tell you to “follow your bliss” either. Our team lives by one rule—stay in flow, but get it done—with love!
Meet Our Team Captain?
Anna leads our digital agency because she is our tech wizard, blending code with creativity to build amazing digital experiences. She also happens to be an expert in Human Design which comes in handy when sourcing the right marketing strategies that work long term for our clients! With more than ten years of tinkering with business software, she helps our clients turn their dreams into digital reality using the perfect tech tools. Plus, she's a graduate of BBB Mastermind! What's her specialty? Navigating through the tech maze and unlocking the secrets that give our clients PROFITS & PEACE of mind. Her motto... "Turn ideas into profitable, sustainable systems."
What Personalities Do You Work Best With?
My clients are what I like to call unicorns.
They’re fired up to share their gifts, deeply committed to personal growth, and ready to put in the work to make real, lasting impact.
As a goal-getter myself, I thrive working with women who are motivated, driven, and all in. My clients often say, "Just tell me what to do, and I'll make it happen!"
Think of what I offer as a high-energy blend of “the invisible side of success” and a “business bootcamp.”
I guide you to fully embody your boldest vision and become a master at manifesting what matters most in your life.
What Personalities Do You Work Best With?
I’ll be upfront—we carefully choose the clients we work with. Sometimes, we gently turn away those who aren’t a good fit for our programs or agency, simply because they wouldn’t get the results they’re hoping for—and that wouldn’t be fair to them. We do NOT work with people who are constantly shifting direction or bring a negative, pessimistic mindset to the table.
I believe in partnering with those who are ready to fully commit, let us set up your systems, and take bold, decisive steps toward your vision. If you're a go-getter who's ready to make real progress, we’re likely a great match.
This may not be the right fit if you're currently in a deep financial crisis or an un-resourceful mindset, as those situations can make it challenging to trust the process and follow through on the work—often because of the stress tied to immediate financial needs. If that’s where you are, that’s absolutely okay—we’ve all been there at one point or another.
Do yourself (3) favors:
Get some money coming in with a full-time or part-time job at the very least, and then reach out to us. This will take the edge off and provide a little more peace of mind. Mostly, it will de-clutter your mind enough to focus on your assignments and the BIG picture. Once you start seeing the clients come in regularly as a result of our work, you can then start reducing the hours you work at that other job and focus on your own practice.
Join our free FB group. The free information and tips I share there are posted almost daily and will give you LOTS to think about.
Doing these three things will really help you get primed for our work. When you're ready, call me, and we'll get you started.
(I'm in no rush and will be here when you need me.)
Other types of personalities I won't work with (without exception) are the victim mentality or the chronic skeptic, as well as individuals who constantly make excuses for not getting their assignments done or challenging every aspect of the program.
We'll probably just not work well together. My team and I are ready to help those who are READY and I wouldn't want you to waste your time or money. Is that fair?
What Results Can I Expect?
You can expect to:
Gain irresistible confidence in yourself and your business (so nothing can stop you anymore!)
Setup systems that would take you years to figure out on your own (our team actually does this o
Release your internal resistance to being seen, heard and paid (self-sabotaging tendencies), so you can consistently take action, no longer hold back and start living your passion and purpose with ease.
Learn proven techniques for healing the past and any limitations
Get crystal clear on who you are as a woman and CEO (or want to be)
Have big breakthroughs and ah-ha moments that will change your life and business for the better
Find the missing pieces to your success and self-realization so you can actually attain your goals and help more people
Create a solid foundation that’s unbreakable, so you can keep your business for years to come
Who your ideal client is and loves to pay you your worth, so you can help solve their problems
Know how to effectively communicate to your clients and draw them in (create your free and fee offers)
Create packages and programs, so your clients stay longer and get better results, write you compelling testimonials, and have you make more money
Leverage your time AND money so you can begin selling one to many and make more money in less time
Have a marketing plan that works for you
Reach your ideal clients in large numbers and inexpensively with the power of VIDEO
Stop working so hard and start working smart for a more effective way to success without the overwhelm
Enroll clients without ever feeling salesy
Become a real expert in your field (and be perceived, and paid, as such) CREDIBILITY
Accountability and world-class support, so you can achieve your goals
Connect with other like-minded women who are going through a similar journey. Never feel alone again because we are in this together.
Get proven techniques you can apply right away to not have to reinvent the Client Attraction wheel on your own
Easy-to-follow strategies you can apply to your business right away.
Make more money than you're making now while enjoying being in business for yourself even more than you're enjoying it now
Implement systems so you consistently market your services easily and can finally stop struggling to get clients, for good.
What Women Are Saying: Soulful Success in Action
Hear from heart-led leaders who stepped into their power and expanded beyond limits. Your breakthrough awaits.
"I wake up each morning to building and scaling a business that I absolutely love without being overwhelmed, or confused, instead, I have crystal clarity, laser focus, and soul-satisfying purpose. I am showing up in ways I've never had before and most importantly I'm enjoying it!!!"
~ IDalis De Leon ( Lets Talk! On Camera- Conversation Mastery)
"Mariel and Anna - you know what they’re doing! You guide me, you take care of things in the background, you can take in the big picture, and still keep the big vision in mind while I confidently take small steps and gain traction. I mean, I’ve been doing 100 million things for 40 years and I really feel like working with both you has accelerated my progress like nothing before!"
~ Gabrielle Senza
"OMG! I trusted what I saw in one of the meditations and created an offering for a Trauma Healing Workshop and have 8 signups--It's tomorrow. 3 scheduled breakthrough calls scheduled under my new brand & niche! Thank you Mariel -you're the real deal!"
~ Vanessa R. Brooks
"There's so much value in this program and I ended up surrendering to being more visible and because I| was prepared with all of her guidance, I was able to just dive in. I CANNOT BELIEVE the exponential growth that I've experienced in the last 3 weeks because of this! Brilliant program! Amazing guidance!And very holistic in nature! Your life will literally change if you invest in this program! Thanks Mariel!"
~ Nadia Bravezone
"I have to share with you...That your ritual is amazing. When the chords are broken the messages are clear. I can't thank you enough. What an incredible day! I look forward to a wounderful retreat. You're amazing at a life changing level!"
~ Karolina Denhard
"I’ve made more progress with you in 2 hours than I’ve made in 2 years. What a great feeling!"
~ Tammy Hutchison
"Your coaching has put me on a trajectory and mindset of “I can do this!.” I felt this even after joining the free challenges you’ve done in the past. I’m now more confident in being more visible and I’m excited to continue to work with you!"
~ Michelle Rose
"Well I'm celebrating showing up everyday and allowing it to come through as things need to. No more impostor syndrome leading the way!"
~ Lymariz Piazza
"Working with Mariel was amazing! I was able to create a virtual version of my "Dance Alchemy" program that I could have never imagined creating without her help. Then I was able to fill my program with high end clients by doing my videos weekly!
Everything changed in my business to say the least.The opportunities the Universe has sent my way since I started getting visible have blown my mind. I recently started helping other professional dancers and I literally cried tears of joy at how excited I was to be able to do this!"
~ Kristen Mangione
"I want to thank Mariel Alvarado for all her wisdom. Your programs are amazing and have helped me think of new ways to express myself, and find more reason to love what I do. I’m not the same person since I’ve known you, thank you for giving your all to our talks and being able to touch each and everyone’s hearts, thank you Mariel!"
~ Olga Medina
"You change lives, mine is one of them. Forever grateful for you and the work you do!"
~ Jennifer Bladel
"Thank you sooo much!!! I was feeling a bit stuck and now! Wow I feel amazing more focused and motivated. This course was magical to me. Don't even know exactly what piece was it, but it definitely opened me up! Also the vibe of the group was great and very supportive! You definitely brought up the Goddess within in all of us!"
~Yadira Shares
"I see the clear connections happening in my life, like all things are intertwined and working in my favor. It's crazy! I feel so guided and supported now after learning all these rituals and having all these new practices from this 3 day experience!"
~Destiny Simmons
"Your ability to be vulnerable and powerful at the same time is awe-inspiring. Thank you for creating this container! I learned a great deal about myself, my business, and how to heal and my relationship with money and money's relationship with me! The exercises and actions you facilitated were enlightening. I am confident in my ability to create the life of abundance I always imagined. The tremendous care and effort you put forth to create the content was obvious at every turn. It is so rich and juicy. You have enough for three programs ( I will spend many chilly evenings binge watching replays!)"
~ Tracy Spatz
"I used to share my vision with my husband—he’s a brilliant marketer—and he’d give me great advice, but it never quite stuck. I couldn’t figure out why.
Working with Mariel changed everything.
She helped me see that the disconnect wasn’t about messaging or marketing—it was that my business and my deeper purpose weren’t aligned.
Now, I have absolute clarity. My voice feels rooted, my vision finally feels like me, and everything I create comes from a place that’s true."
~ Valerie Guerzon
How Quickly Can I Expect Results?
Once you go through the Energetics of Expansion™ Experience, things can start moving fast!
However, the speed of results also depends on how quickly you're able to make those inner shifts. Some clients are ready to hit the ground running and start living out their boldest vision right away, while others might need a little more time to work through some initial obstacles.
It also depends on where you are in your journey, career or business.
How can I guarantee you get results fast? Let us help you shift your energy first. We'll create a strategy second and if you do the work and stay fully committed to your success...everything starts shifting right away! When your energy, strategy and action all say the same thing about you...you become a magnet for your boldest vision.
Will I Recover My Investment?
Yes, without a doubt!! The Energetics of Expansion™ changes your life in a way that money honestly can't buy. Think about it this way, most likely, you will make 10 times what you invested in this program in the next year. The transformation and skills you learn and the systems we help you setup here will serve you for the next five to ten years, if not more.
You're investing in, a life altering expansion, and not just more "information."
Based on Everything I've Read, I know I want this. What Are My Options to Getting Started?
Congratulations on making a decision to embody your boldest vision! The Energetics of Expansion™ Experience is the best place to start. If you'd like to have an exploratory call, it would be our pleasure! Schedule a call HERE
See you on the inside!!
xo
Mariel
CONTACT ME!
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