Vanessa Murillo

Vanessa M. is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in marketing, entrepreneurship, and sustainability. As Co-Founder and Co-CEO of I Am Grounded since November 2018, Vanessa has championed eco-innovation in the snack industry by incorporating Upcycled Coffee Fruit and plant micronutrients. Vanessa has also contributed to Coralus as a Select Venture since October 2022 and works as a Marketing and Design Consultant since June 2022. Previous roles include Digital Marketing Executive at Publicis Groupe, where responsibilities encompassed strategic campaign delivery and performance analysis, as well as Digital Marketing Consultant for SCAPapp, focusing on sustainability tools for coffee farmers. Vanessa co-owned Mr. Coffee’s, promoting sustainable coffee practices and has held various marketing-related roles and internships throughout a versatile career. Academic accomplishments include a Postgraduate Certificate from Queensland University of Technology and multiple degrees from The University of Queensland, evidencing a strong foundation in journalism, communications, and political science.