Empowering People.
Shaping Culture.
Driving Strategy.

Organizations today face unprecedented pressure—evolving cultures, emerging leadership, and a need for more synergistic teams. At the heart of every strategic priority lies human potential and innovation. It takes experience, insight, and the ability to transform bold ideas into lasting impact.

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Hello, I’m Marco!

I am an organizational strategist for higher education and industry, known for building systems where equity, effectiveness, and excellence go hand in hand.

A son of the Arkansas Delta, my childhood experiences with education and inequity sparked a lifelong commitment to improving systems and developing people.

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Transformative Expertise

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    People Development

    Developing people isn’t optional — it’s the strategy behind every thriving organization.

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    Culture + Strategy

    Culture sets the tone. Strategy sets the direction. United, they drive lasting impact.

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    Change Management

    Drive buy-in. Build trust. Create strategies that empower teams to embrace change.

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Culture eats strategy for breakfast.
But effective leadership brings both to the table.

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Dr. Barker’s leadership approach was especially evident when we faced a complex and sensitive policy issue. Through his values-driven leadership, anchored in open dialogue, careful analysis, and principled decision-making, he helped guide us to the right policy outcome.

Alec G., Non-Profit Senior Executive / Former CEO