Growing up the son of formerly incarcerated parents who fell prey to the opioid epidemic, Carlos’ early home life was comprised of domestic violence and housing/food insecurity. Thanks to his grandparents and teachers, Carlos Marquez persevered against the odds.

Carlos turned his childhood adversity and trauma into a lifelong mission: advocating for working families and underserved communities, fighting to keep kids on the right path, and making sure everyone has a shot at success, no matter where they come from