About
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Introducing Marshawn Wolley
Marshawn is a entrepreneur who leverages his relationships, one of a kind cross-sector experiences and advanced training to advance diversity, equity and inclusion journeys for organizations and initiatives. We provide timely and useful research and analysis, counsel and advocacy to advance diversity, equity and inclusion practices in government, business and non-profit sectors.
As a trusted and experienced voice, he helps organizations and initiatives who are serious about beginning their diversity, equity and inclusion journey. He helps organizations access new constituencies, advance organizational objectives and missions. He increases organizational effectiveness with key insights through industry bench-marking and research.
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HONORS & AWARDS
- City County Council Recognition of O’Neill School (2019)
- Pillar of the Community Award, Exchange at the Indianapolis Urban League (2019)
- Best & Brightest Finalist for Non Profit & Government, Junior Achievement (2016)
- Indianapolis Foundation Fellow (2016)
- National Urban League Young Professional Hero in the Movement (2016)
- Governor’s Forward Thinking Award (2016)
- IBJ’s Forty under 40 (2016)
- Appreciation Award, NAACP (2015)
- Stanley K. Lacy Leadership Series, Class XL (2015)
- Exchange Leadership Fellow, Class I (2015)
- Up and Coming, Center for Leadership Development (2014)
- Emerging Leader, 100 Black Men of Indianapolis (2013)
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“He has become an authority on the chronicling of Black life in this city. His columns explore the often untold stories of Black Indianapolis. IBE has leveraged his insights in our engagement with funders.”
“Marshawn has a deep knowledge of how this city works and the individuals and entities who influence and shape its direction. He uses his writings to engage and to move communities of color, the disenfranchised, and voiceless forward by informing the community or advocating on its behalf. He is an important voice in the development of this city and he will play a key role its evolution as a more equitable and inclusive one for all.”
I enjoy reading Marshawn's columns. He often captures the essence of an issue, providing insight and a way forward. He explores challenging and difficult topics but does so in a consistently thoughtful and uplifting manner. We are better for his voice being heard in Indianapolis.
"Marshawn's writings in the Indianapolis Recorder and other media outlets lay out a consistent and compelling call for equity. His authorship and advocacy shine a light on issues that need our attention, and his voice is a strong addition to our civil discourse."
"Marshawn Wolley brings an important voice to our community. He is provocative in the best way. By identifying problems, crafting real solutions, and leading with values and heart, Marshawn is helping us create a more inclusive and equitable city.”
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