Hi, I’m Maria Rising! I’m passionate about adult and medical education, leadership, and mentoring. I enjoy creating dynamic content and fostering inclusive, innovative environments that drive progress and collaboration. With a background in education and digital marketing, I love helping teams and individuals achieve their goals through effective communication and strategic thinking. I also specialize in wellness coaching and social media management, blending creativity with a results-driven approach. Whether I’m supporting research initiatives or growing social media engagement, I bring enthusiasm and a versatile skill set to everything I do.

Maria Rising

Hi, I’m Maria Rising! I’m passionate about adult and medical education, leadership, and mentoring. I enjoy creating dynamic content and fostering inclusive, innovative environments that drive progress and collaboration. With a background in education and digital marketing, I love helping teams and individuals achieve their goals through effective communication and strategic thinking. I also specialize in wellness coaching and social media management, blending creativity with a results-driven approach. Whether I’m supporting research initiatives or growing social media engagement, I bring enthusiasm and a versatile skill set to everything I do.

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Hi, I’m Maria Rising! I’m passionate about adult and medical education, leadership, and mentoring. I enjoy creating dynamic content and fostering inclusive, innovative environments that drive progress and collaboration. With a background in education and digital marketing, I love helping teams and individuals achieve their goals through effective communication and strategic thinking.

I also specialize in wellness coaching and social media management, blending creativity with a results-driven approach. Whether I’m supporting research initiatives or growing social media engagement, I bring enthusiasm and a versatile skill set to everything I do.

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Work Experience

Content Creator & Influencer at The Rising Project
October 1, 2020 - Present
Created and shared multi-platform content focusing on products, businesses, and events, particularly across healthcare, outdoor, and lifestyle sectors. Developed a strong presence on TikTok and other platforms, providing engaging lifestyle and health-related videos.
Social Media Manager at Fifty410 Health
February 1, 2025 - Present
Designed and executed a compliant, trend-driven social media strategy across TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook, increasing engagement by over 300%. Created educational wellness content translating complex health topics. Managed content calendars and analytics to drive lead generation and platform growth.
Results-Driven Small Business Consultant at The Rising Project
October 1, 2020 - Present
Transformed businesses through strategic advice, analysis, and marketing expansion. Developed multi-platform content and coached executive teams on employee satisfaction and conflict resolution.
Wellness Coach & Group Facilitator at Peoplehood
February 1, 2025 - Present
Provided personalized coaching on GLP-1 medications. Facilitated group sessions to build community and empower clients through education on nutrition, sleep, and mental health. Maintained current knowledge of FDA guidance and metabolic health research.
Doctoral Grant Writing Coach at Office of Research Admin (ORA), College of Education at Michigan State University
June 30, 2025 - July 14, 2025
Offered consultative support to academics for grant writing and submission. Planned and conducted workshops to improve proposal quality. Created videos and digital content promoting grant-finding and application strategies.
Doctoral Grant Writing Coach at Office of Research Admin (ORA), College of Education at Michigan State University
September 30, 2021 - July 14, 2025
Provided grant writing support and interactive workshops for faculty and doctoral students, enhancing grant proposals to secure research funding.
Sales & Marketing Coordinator at Mr.Mocks Hammocks
July 31, 2023 - July 14, 2025
Spearheaded expansion of digital presence, managed brand affiliate program, developed marketing campaigns, and represented the brand locally to foster grassroots growth.
Creative Digital Content Creator & SEO Writer at WiseGuys Digital Marketing
December 31, 2023 - July 14, 2025
Crafted compelling SEO-driven content across digital platforms. Managed online and retail sales strategies to stand out in competitive markets.
Outreach Specialist - Research at College Of Osteopathic Medicine, Michigan State University
September 30, 2022 - July 14, 2025
Supported faculty across multiple hospitals in research initiatives and medical education. Developed educational content and provided feedback on research projects to ensure academic quality.
Associate Journal Editor at Spartan Medical Research Journal
September 30, 2022 - July 14, 2025
Supported faculty in research initiatives across hospitals. Provided feedback on research projects and created educational content on research and publication.
Curriculum Adaptation Project Manager at Center for Improvement of Mentored Experiences in Research
September 30, 2021 - July 14, 2025
Led an interdisciplinary team to adapt a mentoring curriculum. Collected and analyzed data to foster continuous improvements.
Extracurricular Activities & Leadership Project Mentor & Coach at Crimson Education International
December 1, 2022 - Present
Mentored high school students globally to build extracurricular profiles for college applications. Developed tailored strategies highlighting student strengths through impactful projects.
Application Coach & Writing Mentor at Crimson Education International
March 1, 2024 - Present
Provided coaching and writing mentorship to students applying for college.

Education

PhD at Michigan State University
August 1, 2019 - December 31, 2025
MS at Michigan State University
January 1, 2017 - September 30, 2019
BS at Michigan State University
August 1, 2012 - May 31, 2016

Qualifications

Certificate in Qualitative Methods
November 1, 2020 - July 14, 2025
Certificate in Teaching & Learning in Postsecondary Education
July 1, 2017 - July 14, 2025
Facilitator of Mentor Training & Development
June 1, 2020 - July 14, 2025
Equine Assisted Therapy Practices
June 1, 2021 - July 14, 2025
Leadership Institute Graduate & Facilitator
February 1, 2021 - July 14, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Professional Services, Consumer Goods