PUBLIC SPEAKING

National Sports Medicine Institute

Providing excellent care in our community and pushing the boundaries of sports medicine and orthopedics

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Mental Health America

I Don’t Mind Virtual Seminar

OMBI Group NFL Draft Luncheon

OMBI Group hosts opportunity for parents of NFL draft prospects to come together, network with other parents, and hear from industry and business professionals.

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Under Armour Teammate Resource Group

Employee Seminar: How to Advocate for Mental Health Training in the Workplace

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Dr. Hillary Cauthen’s: Hello Trauma, Our Invisible Teammate

2023 Book Launch Keynote Speaker

Austin, Texas

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Content for Change: Paramount Super Bowl Summit

Gathering of Athletes, Creators and Influencers working to create positive change around Mental Health support. Organized by MTV and Paramount’s Social Impact Team.

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Under Armour Student-Athlete Leadership Council

Mental Health Field Day w/ Dr. Dan Zimet, PhD, CMPC , Dr. Marissa Norman, PsyD, CMPC, and Dr. Justin Jacques, PhD, LPC

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Smart Choices for Athletes Presentation – St. Mary's College of Maryland
Marcus had the opportunity to speak with student-athletes at St. Mary’s College of Maryland as part of the Smart Choices for Athletes presentation series.

The discussion focused on the growing challenges of mental health and the rising risks of problem gambling among college athletes. Marcus explored why student-athletes are uniquely vulnerable, provided real-life scenarios, and equipped attendees with strategies for making informed, responsible choices both on and off the field.

Marcus also presented at Hood College, UMES, and Morgan State as part of the Smart Choices for Athletes presentation series.

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