Mar-quetta is an experienced and results-driven executive specializing in leading nonprofit organizations focused on ending homelessness. With over 9 years of expertise, she champions transformative initiatives, cultivates strong community partnerships, and creates sustainable solutions that prioritize the needs of individuals experiencing homelessness. As the former Executive Director of Summit County Continuum of Care (SCCoC), Mar-quetta secured $5 million in funding for homelessness initiatives, expanded shelter capacity, and enhanced supportive services across the region. Her leadership also brought in $1.5 million specifically to address youth homelessness. Mar-quetta played a key role in forming lasting partnerships with Managed Care Organizations to address housing as a crucial social determinant of health. Before SCCoC, she served as the Continuum of Care Manager for the City of Akron, leading community planning efforts and developing policies to streamline coordination and improve system-wide entry processes.

Mar-quetta holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Cincinnati and has completed the Organizational Leadership program at Harvard Business School Online, as well as Real Estate studies at Hondros College. She is an active community leader, serving on boards such as the Gay Community Endowment Fund and the RISE Court Board of Advisors, and contributing to HUD’s Coordinated Entry Equity Initiative Ohio Taskforce. Honored with multiple awards, including the Greater Akron Chamber 30 For the Future Award and the Lady of Legacy Award, Mar-quetta continues to lead with a focus on equity and innovative solutions for homelessness.