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SELF MADE BABE IS A MOVEMENT EMPOWERING WOMEN TO BUILD THEIR DREAM BUSINESS & LIFE—ON THEIR OWN TERMS ✿ SELF MADE BABE IS A MOVEMENT EMPOWERING WOMEN TO BUILD THEIR DREAM BUSINESS & LIFE—ON THEIR OWN TERMS ✿

Meet the Founder

From burnt-out 9–5 girlie… to building a brand that actually felt like me.

Hi, I’m Marie Ann Altuve, founder of Self Made Babe®, podcast host, soon-to-be author, and your go-to girl when it comes to branding, business growth, and building a life that feels aligned. I created Self Made Babe to help women like you cut through the overwhelm, grow with purpose, and become the kind of woman who builds her dream from the ground up—on her own terms.

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You're Not Alone

I know what

it’s like to feel

like you’re meant

for more—but not quite know how to get there.

In 2024, I quit my 9–5, got into the Master’s in Marketing program at FIU (go Panthers!)

That's How Self Made Babe® was re-born

What started as a digital space to share tips and tools has evolved into a full-blown movement—complete with a podcast, community, and a book on the way. And while I do teach social media strategy (because yes, you can grow and sell online without dancing on TikTok), this brand is about something deeper: empowering you to become the version of yourself you’ve always dreamed of being.

I believe every woman deserves to define success for herself—and have the tools to go after it.

Self Made Babe isn’t just about likes or aesthetic feeds. It’s about alignment. Confidence. Owning your story.

Through my podcast, my upcoming book, and my signature social media resources, I help female entrepreneurs: