MLof Strategies

09/22/2025

We are excited to announce that GDG Annapolis will be hosting: “AI- Power, Pitfalls, and Responsible Practice” in person presented by Mary Leaf

We’re thrilled to have Mary Leaf leading this 60-minute interactive workshop on how Artificial Intelligence is transforming professional workflows: from content creation to client deliverables. Tools like ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini, and Microsoft Copilot can supercharge your work, but with great power comes real responsibility: copyright, compliance, data privacy, and client liability.

Join us as we explore AI’s potential, its risks, and practical strategies for using it responsibly.

🗓 Monday, Sept 29 | 12–1 PM
📍 Anne Arundel Community College, CALT 234, Arnold, MD
💡 Spaces are limited- RSVP today!

In-person Event - Artificial Intelligence is changing how we do things. Everything from business, content, communicating with clients, an...

09/11/2025

I’m so happy to be hosting this FREE workshop through the Google Developer Group!

Join me and learn how to effectively implement AI into your workflow while minimizing risks in your outputs.

Workshop: AI in Professional Work- Power, Pitfalls, and Responsible Practice.

When: September 17, 12:00pm
Format: 60-minute online session

Who should attend: Marketers, freelancers, content creators, and agency professionals using AI for client work

In just one hour, you’ll:
✅ Understand the core risks of AI in professional work
✅ Learn principles for responsible AI use
✅ Explore high-level case studies from different industries
✅ Get a sneak peek of my full masterclass with hands-on tools and workflows

Reserve your seat today!
https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-annapolis-presents-workshop-ai-power-pitfalls-and-responsible-practice/cohost-gdg-annapolis

Let’s make your AI workflow safe, ethical, and effective!

Virtual Event - Artificial Intelligence is changing how we do things. Everything from business, content, communicating with clients, an...

07/07/2025

🧠💡 On May 14, I attended the second debate of The Hopkins Forum, a collaboration between Open to Debate and the Johns Hopkins SNF Agora Institute.

The motion:
Can the U.S. outpace China in AI through chip controls?

As the founder of a marketing and branding agency, a Google Developer Group (GDG) organizer, and the mother of children who are half Taiwanese, this topic struck a very personal and professional chord.

This wasn’t just about tech policy, it was about how geopolitical strategy is shaping the tools, platforms, and communities we all rely on. From generative AI to digital infrastructure, the ripple effects of chip control policies reach into product design, innovation, creativity, and global access.

🎙️ Debate Speakers:

For the motion:
🔹 Will Hurd – Former U.S. Representative (TX) and CIA Officer
🔹 Lindsay Gorman – Senior Fellow, German Marshall Fund; Venture Scientist

Against the motion:
🔸 Paul Triolo – SVP & Partner, DGA–Albright Stonebridge Group
🔸 Susan Thornton – Senior Fellow, Yale’s Paul Tsai China Center; Former U.S. Diplomat

🎤 Moderated by:
John Donvan – Emmy Award–winning journalist and NYT-bestselling author

Whether chip controls will slow China’s AI momentum, or inadvertently accelerate it, remains to be seen. But for those of us working at the crossroads of tech, storytelling, and international identity, it’s a debate that directly affects the future we’re building.

📺 Watch the full debate- https://opentodebate.org/topics/tech/

💬 What’s your take?
Strategic edge or risky overreach?

06/03/2025

What if your brand already has a compelling story, it’s just not being told the right way?

At MLof Strategies, we craft custom Narrative Summaries that turn your values, voice, and vision into a clear, confident brand message.

📝 Whether you’re pitching investors, updating your website, or scaling your team, this is the document that keeps your story straight and your strategy sharp.

✨ Not a template. Not fluff. A tailored brand narrative built for growth.

📩 Ready to articulate what makes your brand magnetic? Let’s build your story, together.

👉 DM us or reach out: [email protected]

05/26/2025

🇺🇸 Today, We Remember 🇺🇸

At MLof Strategies, we believe in the power of story.
Some stories are personal. Some are powerful.
And some — like those of the fallen — are both.

This Memorial Day, we honor not just the lives lost, but the stories left behind.
Because how a story is told matters.
And choosing to remember is how we carry them forward.

05/26/2025

“In Flanders Fields”

Today, we pause.
To read, to reflect, and to remember.

John McCrae’s words, written in the thick of war, still echo, reminding us of sacrifice, of silence, and of the weight carried by those who came before us.

The poppy is more than a symbol.
It’s a memory.
A legacy.
A promise to never forget.

This Memorial Day, we honor the fallen, not only with flags and flowers, but with the stories we continue to tell.

05/26/2025

The red poppy isn’t just a symbol, it’s a memory.

As a child, my mother taught me to honor the veterans handing them out, to see the poppy not as decoration, but as a tribute to sacrifice and loss.

It’s a tradition I carry into my life and my work, a quiet reminder that freedom has a cost, and remembrance is a responsibility.

This Memorial Day, I remember. I honor. I share. ❤️🌺🇺🇸

02/25/2025

✨ Exciting News! ✨

We’re proud to share that our very own Mary Leaf has been honored with a listing in Marquis Who’s Who! 🎉 This prestigious recognition highlights her incredible contributions and leadership.

Join us in celebrating this achievement! 🏆👏

02/23/2025

Exciting news from! Our founder, Mary Leaf, has been selected as a Marques Who's Who honorary listee, recognizing her significant contributions. Her passion and expertise have been instrumental in shaping our company and making a positive impact on the community. We're honored to celebrate this achievement with her. Strategies

02/10/2025

From Vision to Reality: Meet the Founder of MLof Strategies ✨
When Mary Leaf saw a gap in her community, she took action. She founded MLof Strategies to help businesses craft bespoke brand identities and narratives that drive perpetual growth. With a commitment to understanding each client’s unique needs, her agency is reshaping how businesses approach branding.
At MLof Strategies, we don’t just create brands—we create stories that resonate, identities that stick, and strategies that deliver long-term results.
Are you ready to take your business to the next level? Let’s build a brand that lasts.