Marilyn Ellis has a lot of people listening. As an author, speaker, certified coach and professional organizing dynamo, she not only helps people “get organized” but she also helps them “think organized”! Her company name, Lighthouse Organizers, LLC reflects her true desire “to help people navigate through their busy and challenging lives.” If you are stuck on the rocks, lost in the fog or surrounded by sharks, Marilyn will shine her harbor light on you and bring you home safely.

She’s a third generation San Franciscan and graduate of S.F. State University. Her Certified Coach training was obtained at Coach Training Alliance in Boulder, Colorado. She is currently studying for her Certification as a CSA Certified Senior Advisor. She also coaches small businesses and Entrepreneurs and conducts a special mentoring mastermind for business owners who serve seniors.

She is a member of NAPO, MDBW, NASMM, and is past president, SF East Bay Chapter, International Coach Federation. She is the proud mother of two and lives in Walnut Creek, CA with her husband, and her beloved birds and border collie.

She is the author of “How To Succeed in Your First Year As An Entrepreneur” , “Incredible Life” and “What Do You Want Your Business To Do For You?” She speaks extensively around the country on business and life topics. She also loves helping both individuals and small businesses cope with paper and clutter, or what she calls, “the artifacts of a well lived life.”