The Leadership Lab E1: Kailey Bonillas-Tracy – Multi-passionate Creative

In this episode of The Leadership Lab, I sit down with Kailey Bonillas-Tracy, the creative force behind Mauve Martian. Raised in the Mars-like landscapes of Tucson, Arizona, Kailey’s journey from Arizona State University’s film program to the corporate world of tech startups and sales has been anything but conventional. Now, she alchemizes cosmic ideas into tangible gifts through art prints, curated playlists, and culinary creations that celebrate mindfulness, storytelling, and intentionality.Despite success in the corporate world, Kailey was never truly happy and always longed to do something creative. She grew up being told not to be a “starving artist,” but eventually took the plunge into entrepreneurship, creating the space where her creative spirit could thrive. Tune in as Kailey shares how she overcame those challenges to build a fulfilling creative business.

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In this episode of The Leadership Lab, I sit down with Kailey Bonillas-Tracy, the creative force behind Mauve Martian. Raised in the Mars-like landscapes of Tucson, Arizona, Kailey’s journey from Arizona State University’s film program to the corporate world of tech startups and sales has been anything but conventional. Now, she alchemizes cosmic ideas into tangible gifts through art prints, curated playlists, and culinary creations that celebrate mindfulness, storytelling, and intentionality.Despite success in the corporate world, Kailey was never truly happy and always longed to do something creative. She grew up being told not to be a “starving artist,” but eventually took the plunge into entrepreneurship, creating the space where her creative spirit could thrive. Tune in as Kailey shares how she overcame those challenges to build a fulfilling creative business.

Bio ~ Kailey Bonillas-Tracy 

CEO Mauve Martian 

I’m the creative force behind Mauve Martian. I was born and raised in the Mars-like landscapes of Tucson, Arizona and attended Arizona State University’s film degree program. I now alchemize cosmic ideas into tangible gifts from art prints and curated playlists to culinary creations, and beyond. My work celebrates mindfulness, storytelling, and intentionality.  

I’m a storyteller by default and my preferred medium of expression is ever evolving. Very similar to my artwork, I have had a very colorful career path. Ranging from tech start-ups to corporate sales positions. Each “job” was supposed to be temporary and the more comfortable the roles became, the more uncomfortable I got. You see, I didn’t plan on sticking to the corporate structure for long and really wanted to make use of my production degree. Little did I know that each role would somehow prepare me for the business I started and showed me that I was built for something else. I gained a lot of skills along the way and regardless of the random industries I found myself in, I always knew deep down I would find my way to a creative role where I could finally bloom. 

Mauve Martian is an accumulation of ideas, interests and collaborations. It’s truly a celebration of creativity’s limitless qualities. I try to avoid niches due to not wanting to be held down by one thing. I auditioned with a screenplay when applying for the film school degree program and knew that storytelling would be at the core of everything I create. I began mm with freelance graphic design work and have built up a nice clientele doing so.  

My website is a place for each idea of mine to alchemize organically. I’m still green outwardly, but this transition into what I’m doing now has been a long time coming. I currently have art prints available for digital download, but plan to expand on that very soon!  

Kailey Bonillas-Tracy

Title: Multi-passionate Creative  

Company name: Mauve Martian  

Email address:more@mauvemartian.com 

Website: https://MauveMartian.com   

Instagram: @MauveMartian  

 

ABOUT THE HOST:

Alyssa DeMeo 

I/O Psychology Practitioner & Executive Coach 

Alyssa is the dedicated founder of Astrum Consulting, an executive coaching and management consulting firm focused on helping executives and business owners achieve their best performance. With a diverse professional background, Alyssa brings a wealth of experience to her coaching approach. From door-to-door sales to founding a travel concierge service, teaching English to children in China, and serving as the Director of Operations for a construction company, she has always embraced new challenges and opportunities.

Her path took a significant turn when she completed her master’s degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology at Harvard University. Inspired by the intellectual environment, she decided to start her own business in executive coaching and management consulting. Her solid foundation in psychology, coupled with her passion for continuous learning, sets her apart in the field. Currently, Alyssa intends to pursue a PhD in Organizational Behavior starting August 2025. 

Alyssa’s values of learning, freedom, and excellence are at the heart of Astrum Consulting. She believes that learning is essential for unlocking potential and that striving for excellence can create the freedom to grow and explore. Through Astrum Consulting, she aims to help executives gain deeper insights into themselves, enabling them to perform at their highest level and mentor their employees effectively.

Committed to ongoing research and improving standards in the coaching industry, Alyssa is dedicated to providing the best possible service to her clients. Her goal is to equip clients with the tools they need to achieve their goals and make meaningful, lasting changes in their lives and businesses.

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Company Phone: (520) 222-8670

Company Email: info@astrumconsulting.com  

Company Website: https://astrumconsulting.com

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