Marissa Nehlsen

Nehlsen is the founder and CEO of an eight-figure, debt- freefinancial firm, managing over $1 billion in assets across forty- sixstates.

Marissa’s journey began on a North Dakota farm where she learnedthe value of hard work and resilience. For the past thirty years, shehas founded five self-managing companies and coached thousandsof entrepreneurs, helping them make money their best employee.

Marissa is the author of the book Live Life Rich and a dynamickeynote speaker, using her special blend of practical, tactical, andIntentional 30+ years of experience to help people move forwardfrom where they are to where they want to be.

Beyond business, Marissa is a global impact leader. She cofoundedThe Foundation of Latin America, which mobilizesentrepreneurship with the purpose of eliminating poverty throughthe building of sewing schools for women in Costa Rica, developingsustainable energy projects, forestry, and organic farms.

A mother, grandmother, and visionary leader, Marissa lives in St.Petersburg, Florida, raising her family while continuing to inspire,educate, and lead. Marissa is most excited about the launch of herhealing and retreat center on her mountain in Costa Rica, set toopen January 2026.