Marta Palmes

Marta Palmes is from Barcelona and has lived and worked in Spain, England, and the United States. She holds degrees in Tourism Business Management and Child Education. After pursuing careers in tourism, banking, and executive education, she discovered her personal and professional passion—child development—when her first daughter, Arianna, was born with an extra chromosome.

Children like Arianna, who have Trisomy 21, face very real developmental challenges. Fortunately, Marta learned about NACD when Arianna was only 11 months old. Bob Doman’s vision truly resonated with her: Arianna would have every opportunity to develop like any other child, and the extra chromosome would not determine who she would become in the world. It has been a very intense journey, but it has been worth it.

After years of implementing the NACD program with both of her daughters, Arianna and Natàlia, Marta returned to university to earn a second degree in Child Education and began working professionally as a coach for NACD.

With 26 years of experience implementing the program, she brings deep understanding, practical insight, and compassionate support to the many situations families may face throughout their journey. She is a NACD coach and a facilitator for Spanish-speaking families.