MARCUS DAVIS
Chicago,IL
Summary
Strategic project manager with extensive experience in data-driven research, community stakeholder engagement, and economic development initiatives. Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional teams, developing programs that support underserved businesses, and creating data visualization tools for public dissemination. Passionate about leveraging research to foster equitable business growth and economic inclusion.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Projects Manager
Chicago Department of Public Health
01.2023 - Current
- Lead high-priority research initiatives and data analysis projects, preparing findings for presentation to senior city leadership
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with diverse community stakeholders and external partners to ensure alignment with equity goals
- Direct interdepartmental coordination for projects contributing to $1.2B in public funding deployment
- Supervise junior staff in data collection, analysis, and project execution efforts
- Organize and lead meetings, workshops, and presentations aimed at enhancing collaboration between stakeholders
Managing Director / Systems Architect
IMAGINATION G, LLC
01.2020 - Current
- Develop and maintain relationships with business owners, providing strategic consulting to optimize systems and processes
- Manage full lifecycle projects from charter development to implementation, including requirements gathering with stakeholders
- Direct cross-functional teams on complex projects, ensuring timely deliverables within budget constraints
Business Development Manager
Jupiter 20 Technologies
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Facilitated cross-cultural business communication strategies with local government agencies and business stakeholders
- Led management training programs focused on organizational leadership and business development
- Managed diverse teams across multiple industries, ensuring quality control and stakeholder satisfaction
Special Projects Manager / GIS Analyst
Grubb & Ellis (Now Newmark)
01.2003 - 01.2010
- Conducted market research and economic impact modeling to identify business opportunities and development trends
- Developed 'Blueprint,' a proprietary data-driven analysis toolkit for public dissemination of demographic/geographic data
- Collaborated with partners to develop strategies promoting economic development
- Researched and analyzed key markets to identify new opportunities and develop strategic expansion plans
Education
M.S. - Supply Chain Management
Loyola University Chicago
01.2026
M.A. - Urban Planning & Policy
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL06.2005
B.S. - Urban Geography
University of Illinois at Chicago
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt - undefined
Emory University
01.2024
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt - undefined
Emory University
01.2023
Skills
- Research Methodologies
- Trend analysis
- Demographic analysis
- GIS spatial analysis
- Market research
- Dashboard creation
- PowerBI
- ArcGIS
- MS Excel (Advanced)
- Policy recommendations
- Executive presentations
- Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced)
- PowerBI & Data Visualization Tools
- ArcGIS & Spatial Analysis Software
- Project Management Software
- Data Management Tools
- Digital Collaboration Platforms
Research And Data Analysis Skills
- Research Methodologies: Quantitative and qualitative research design, survey development, stakeholder interviews, trend analysis
- Data Analysis: Economic impact modeling, demographic analysis, GIS spatial analysis, market research
- Data Visualization: Dashboard creation, PowerBI, ArcGIS, MS Excel (Advanced)
- Reporting: Policy recommendations, executive presentations, public-facing reports
Community Engagement Experience
- Developed and maintained relationships with diverse stakeholders including business owners, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations
- Created and implemented training programs for business development in cross-cultural contexts
- Designed community-centered approaches to system optimization and program development
- Facilitated workshops and presentations to diverse audiences on economic development topics
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional Working
Timeline
Special Projects Manager
Chicago Department of Public Health
01.2023 - Current
Managing Director / Systems Architect
IMAGINATION G, LLC
01.2020 - Current
Business Development Manager
Jupiter 20 Technologies
01.2019 - 01.2021
Special Projects Manager / GIS Analyst
Grubb & Ellis (Now Newmark)
01.2003 - 01.2010
B.S. - Urban Geography
University of Illinois at Chicago
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt - undefined
Emory University
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt - undefined
Emory University
M.S. - Supply Chain Management
Loyola University Chicago
M.A. - Urban Planning & Policy
University of Illinois At Chicago
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