Marcus Ware, Jd Email & Phone Number

Bowie, Maryland, Us

As Interim Executive Director, I oversee the NDA’s operations and staff, national programs, service and advocacy initiatives, and fundraising efforts.About the National Dental AssociationThe National Dental Association (NDA) is dedicated to advancing the art and science of dentistry among people of color by improving the delivery of oral health care in underserved communities. Founded in 1913, the NDA is committed to promoting diversity within the dental profession and addressing health disparities through education, advocacy, and service.

Washington, District Of Columbia, Us

As a Strategic Partnerships Manager at Generation Hope, I am charged with identifying new opportunities and supporting ongoing clients and partners within our technical assistance program. This program is dedicated to strengthening the capacity of colleges, universities, and other higher education organizations to better serve student parents. My role involves coordinating every aspect of projects, from initial client interaction to contract negotiation and execution. By liaising with clients ranging from higher education institutions to nonprofit organizations, I work to ensure our services meet their unique needs and goals.My responsibilities include leading sales efforts to maximize value for clients and funding for our organization, as well as developing strategic and tactical relationships with institutions and organizations for technical assistance engagements. I thrive on building awareness of Generation Hope's services across the education field and advocating for student parents and families. As a member of the Learning & Innovation team, I collaborate closely with colleagues who share a deep commitment to racial justice and progress toward our mission. Together, we strive to provide a superior learning experience and drive meaningful impact for the institutions we serve.

Washington, District Of Columbia, Us

Washington, District Of Columbia, Us

As Program Manager, I lead portions of the American Talent Initiative’s work to expand access and opportunity for highly talented lower-income students. My primary work involves synthesizing research and information and packaging it for our executive audiences. I also engage in qualitative research, writing, and support the delivery of content to our target audience, university presidents. ATI:The American Talent Initiative (ATI) brings top colleges and universities together with the philanthropy and research communities to expand access and opportunity for talented low- and moderate-income students.By 2025, ATI aims to attract, enroll, and graduate an additional 50,000 lower-income students at the 334 colleges and universities that consistently graduate at least 70 percent of their students in six years. ATI members are a subset of these 334, and include a mix of public and private colleges and universities from all over the country.

Washington, D.C., Us

Washington, D.C., Us

As Assistant Director of Undergraduate Advising, my team and I provided excellent customer service to undergraduate students facing academic, financial or personal challenges at the university. A member of the Advising Leadership Team, I managed and maintained positive and productive relationships with faculty, Disability Support Services, Student Financial Services, Office of the Registrar, International Services Office, and other campus partners to ensure consistent messaging and support for our students. I also worked closely with the office of Enrollment and Retention to provide a case management advising approach to students in crisis and respond to CARE reports submitted through the Advocate system. I also directed and led planning of audits, clearances, and graduation for all senior undergraduate students (approximately 1300 each year) through oversight of Graduation/Celebration committee. As a manger, I led a team of advisors with a shared caseload of 2,000 students, empowering them to take ownership of their educational journey through informed decision making and access to university resources - specifically working with students of concern. I supervised, supported, and professionally developed over 10 full-time academic advisors and 4 senior academic advisors.

Washington, Dc, Us

As the Director of Leadership Development, I was responsible for building family engagement leadership capacity through fellowships on a local and national level. In this role, I lead our efforts to develop and execute local and national leadership fellowship design and implementation, create online tool development, and monitor communications and outreach with local and national partners who are part of Flamboyan’s network. With responsibilities that straddled both local and national efforts to design and train partners on effective family engagement strategy, I worked closely with the training, knowledge management, national and communications teams which enabled the organization to learn, share our ideas and support growth within DC’s borders and beyond.

Washington, Dc, Us

My primary responsibility as the Senior Program Manager / Campus Engagement Manager wass to provide direct services to Scholars linking them to campus resources and support needed to ensure academic success. I directed Scholars to leadership opportunities on campus and was responsible for design of a curriculum that enhanced leadership, academic and professional development for Scholars and Alumni. I developed and maintained relationships with college/university administrators (Presidents, VP of Student Affairs, etc.) to secure Scholar access to enrichment programs and leadership development and create a support network for Scholars.

Washington, Dc, Us

As the Special Programs Coordinator, I work directly with the Vice President to carry out the mission of the entire Student Affairs Division. Specific projects I am responsible for include: development of all orientation programming; developing and administering an intentional leadership development program for students; completing various research projects that compare our policies to those of our peer institutions; planning and coordination of a Scholarship & Fellowship Fair that showcases a number of prestigious scholarships (including the Rhodes, Luard, Boren, and Rangel) with the specific goal of increasing the number of students who attain these awards, as well as other related duties as assigned by the Vice President for Student Affairs. Under the general supervision and guidance of the Vice President for Student Affairs, I coordinate all aspects of the fall and spring New Student Orientation, including but not limited to:• Oversight for all print and online orientation materials, including the NSO website, virtual orientation, New Student Guide, and related communications.• Coordination of specific session of orientation for targeted populations, including international students, First Time in College (FTIC) students, transfer students, etc.• Train and supervise student staff that consists of a graduate assistant, 25 Orientation Leaders, and two additional undergraduate support staff student workers• Work closely with a number of key university offices to arrange program logistics (i.e., room reservations, check-in materials, information booth, resource fair, catering). I work directly with students on a daily basis and advise them on a wide range of issues, including campus, community, and personal challenges. I also facilitate a number of workshops for student leaders and plan conferences and other special programs for the Division.

Washington, Dc, Us

New York, Ny, Us

Jd, Law

B.A., Political Science /Business