Maria is a Corporate Development Associate at Embarc Advisors, where she supports a wide range of strategic finance engagements, including mergers and acquisitions, capital raises, and business planning initiatives. She brings a strong analytical lens to each engagement—delivering detailed financial modeling, market research, and data-driven insights to help clients navigate complex decisions and achieve their strategic goals.

Before joining Embarc Advisors, Maria worked as a Financial Analyst and Investment Banking Analyst, where she built a strong foundation in financial analysis, valuation, and transaction execution. Her work has supported executive teams and stakeholders across early-stage companies, middle-market firms, and institutional investors.

Maria has experience across a variety of industries, including Insurance, Technology, Healthcare, and Industrial sectors, allowing her to bring a versatile and informed perspective to every engagement.

She holds both a Master of Science and a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Pittsburgh.

Based in Philadelphia, PA, Maria is passionate about music and community involvement, and she actively participates in several local music programs. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring the arts, traveling, and discovering new coffee shops around the city.