Marcia Larson

Marcia Larson is a public sector leader and nonprofit consultant with over 25 years of experience in municipal government, community development, and organizational leadership. She has served as both a City Administrator and Parks & Recreation Director, overseeing complex operations that included infrastructure projects, budgeting, personnel management, emergency response, and community programming. Throughout her career, Marcia has built and led high-performing teams, managed multimillion-dollar public budgets, and secured more than $1 million in grant funding to support capital projects, youth programming, wellness initiatives, arts and cultural programs, and community infrastructure. Her work is rooted in strategic planning, equity-focused leadership, and data-informed decision making to improve access, efficiency, and long-term sustainability for public organizations. In addition to her executive leadership roles, Marcia has partnered with nonprofits, foundations, and educational institutions to design and implement programs that strengthen communities and expand opportunity. She holds a Master of Public Administration, a Bachelor of Science in Parks & Recreation, and multiple professional certifications in leadership and community engagement. Marcia now brings her experience to consulting and grant development, helping municipalities and nonprofit organizations secure funding, improve operations, and deliver impactful, mission-driven projects.