Elyssa Gray

Elyssa Gray is more than just a leadership coach and trainer; she’s a partner in your growth. After a 25-year career as a marketing executive at major brands like Citi, Visa, and Betterment, Elyssa knows what it takes to lead and succeed in a fast-paced world. She brings that real-world experience, along with her signature warmth and emotional intelligence, to her coaching.

As a coach, Elyssa creates a safe and honest space where you can get unstuck, gain clarity, and take action. Her approach is refreshingly direct and jargon-free. She believes that when people feel truly seen and supported, they can achieve incredible things. She’s worked with leaders at all levels, from early-stage startups to Fortune 100 companies, helping them grow with confidence and purpose.

As a trainer and facilitator, Elyssa’s sessions are dynamic, fun, and packed with practical takeaways. She uses humor and storytelling to bring leadership concepts to life, giving teams the tools they can use right away to make a real impact. When she’s not coaching, you can find Elyssa serving on the board of the Rye Youth Council, a nonprofit dedicated to youth mental health and leadership. She’s also a recipient of several awards, including the Changing the Game Award from AWNY and Financial Marketer of the Year from FCS. You can learn more at elyssagray.com or connect with her at elyssa@elyssagray.com

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NOMINATIONS FOR 2026 ARE OPEN!

The program is free but highly selective so firstly we ask senior business leaders working within Marketing, Media and Advertising to nominate the best of their emerging leaders for a place on the program. All ‘nominees’ then receive an ‘Invitation to Apply’ which includes essential information about the process.

APPLICATIONS FOR THE GLOBAL FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM 2026 ARE OPEN

Applicants may apply to EITHER cohort regardless of country of residence, but must commit to attend both Residential dates & the Virtual day of their chosen cohort. Attendance is mandatory and a condition of acceptance onto the program.