Official Bio - Dr. Marianne Olaniran

Founder & CEO, Joyfully Transcend™ LLC | Award-winning Social & Behavioral Science Expert | Confidence & Life-Reinvention Coach| International Speaker

Dr. Marianne Olaniran is a multi-award-winning, doctoral-level social and behavioral science expert, confidence and life-reinvention strategist, and the Founder & CEO of Joyfully Transcend™ LLC. Known as The Comeback Doctor™, she guides high-achieving women to break free from self-doubt, shame, and regret to confidently create lives of lasting prosperity and joy, regardless of their past adversities.

With over 17 years of experience in behavior change, the science of motivation, and psychosocial factors influencing well-being and outcomes, Dr. Olaniran brings both academic rigor and lived experience to her transformational work. Her research which has been published in peer-reviewed journals, focuson helping individuals and organizations understand the behavioral drivers that shape personal and professional success—especially after adversity or setbacks.

Dr. Olaniran has worked across sectors, including multinational corporations, leading academic medical centers, the U.S. federal government, and UNICEF. Her work has been published in peer-reviewed journals and featured in media outlets, and she has spoken on international stages on topics related to confidence, identity, health, motivation, and personal transformation.

Today, through her signature coaching programs and speaking engagements, she equips women around the world with the evidence-based tools and frameworks to reclaim their confidence, elevate their income, and build more joyful and aligned lives—from the inside out.

Dr. Olaniran holds a Doctor of Public Health (University of Texas), Master of Public Health (New York University), Master of Science in Health Sciences (George Washington University), and Bachelor of Science in Accounting (University of Utah). She also completed graduate work at Johns Hopkins University and the University of Geneva. She has received multiple awards for academic excellence and leadership from prestigious organizations including Albertsons, New York University, University of Texas, Johns Hopkins University, United Nations, The Obesity Society, Delta Omega Honorary Society, University of Utah, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Weight Watchers, and more.