Marissa Hankinson
Marissa brings more than 30 years of experience across operations, leadership, strategy and business growth. She has worked with organisations through change, challenge and expansion, and understands that good ideas only work when they can be delivered in the real world.
Originally from the UK, Marissa ran her own business before moving to Australia and starting again, personally and professionally. That experience shaped the way she works today: practical, honest and focused on helping people find the courage and clarity to put themselves forward.
As co-founder of Wavebreaker Productions, Marissa helps business owners, experts, authors and leaders shape their story, build their visibility and become trusted voices in their industry.
She is also an author and collaborative writer. Marissa contributed to 20 Secrets to Maximising Your BNI Membership and will be featured in Voices of the 21st Century, due for release in February 2027. Her writing sits naturally alongside her work at Wavebreaker, because at the heart of both is the same belief: stories matter, but they matter most when they are shared with purpose.
Now based in South Australia, Marissa is supported by a strong network of business owners, collaborators and cheerleaders. Outside of work, she is grounded by family, community and the occasional interruption from a much-loved dog.