Mary V. DeCarlo

Mary DeCarlo

Co- Founder and Managing Partner PeopleVest

Mary is a visionary leader renowned for her expertise in learning and development, with a passion for empowering individuals and organizations to reach their full potential.

With a distinguished career spanning over 25 years, and a deep-seated commitment to lifelong learning and development, Mary is dedicated to fostering growth, and optimizing performance through strategic learning initiatives. Her passion for cultivating talent, driving innovation, and maximizing potential makes her a trusted leader and invaluable asset to any organization.

Mary’s comprehensive understanding of adult learning principles, coupled with a keen awareness of organizational dynamics, enables her to tailor programs and processes that resonate with diverse audiences and drive tangible results.

Mary is a driving force in crafting tailored, strategic plans for businesses, covering everything from recruitment and onboarding to policy development, training materials creation, delivery, and performance monitoring.

In addition to her strategic acumen, Mary is recognized for her exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to cultivate high-performing teams. She has a proven track record of inspiring and motivating individuals at all levels of an organization, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.

Before her tenure at Peoplevest, Mary honed her expertise in talent development, both nationally and internationally. From empowering sales professionals in the automotive sector to co-founding Loyalty Management University, her journey reflects a commitment to equipping individuals with the skills and confidence to excel.

Mary holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business and Finance from Mount Saint Mary’s University and is a certified master trainer recognized by the Association for Talent Development (ATD), and a certified coach through ICF.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Mary treasures moments spent with loved ones. Her guiding principle, "Give a man a fish, you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, you feed him for life," reflects her unwavering belief in the power of empowerment.