Having faced these struggles including the profound loss of her mother at age 14, multiple hospitalizations, and major life transitions, Marquee is committed to walking alongside others on their recovery journeys.

Music has played a vital role in Marquee’s healing process. A dedicated fan of Hip-Hop, as well as a writer, producer, performer, and emcee, she brings her passion to the RCC through groups like Rocking Recovery and Open Mic Spotlight, creating spaces for expression, connection, and community through creativity.

Marquee’s educational journey is another testament to her resilience. After leaving college several times in her youth, she got a second chance when she enrolled at Bristol Community College in 2014. Despite the challenges of an inpatient hospitalization in 2015 and becoming a mother in 2016, she graduated with an associate degree that same year. Raising two children as a single mother, she went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice in 2020, a path inspired by her own lived experience and desire to create systemic change.