Molly Grace Cortez-Thrive Coach
Molly Grace joined the ELI Thrive team as a Thrive Coach at the end of September 2026. She earned her BS in Psychology from Birmingham-Southern College and is now completing her MSW and a Master of Arts in Theological Studies at Samford University, with graduation set for April 2027.
Molly Grace is married to Sam, whom she started dating her freshman year of college. They have a 9-month-old mini schnauzer named Maple, who they could not love more. The two are also big foodies who love the Birmingham food scene, both musicians, and very involved at Redeemer Community Church, one of ELI’s partners.
She’s a certified early bird who loves waking up with the sun, reading a book, and watching the sunrise with her coffee. She says she goes to bed every night looking forward to her morning cup, and she has tried most coffee shops in Birmingham. She has strong opinions about her favorites, and she makes homemade syrups to go with the espresso machine at home. (Coffee recommendations welcome!) When she was five, she was sure she’d grow up to be a doctor, though she admits she doesn’t like blood or injuries.
What inspires her most about her work is being up close as clients take an active role in making their world better. She loves helping clients see the strengths they already have as they overcome life’s challenges, and she says it makes her want to be a better human and coach every day.
We are so glad she’s part of the team. Welcome, Molly Grace!