Marcus is a native of Tampa and a U.S. Navy Veteran who is passionate about health and wellness. He is no stranger to Manatee County. Marcus contracted with the county for five years as a registered dietitian, personal trainer, and group fitness instructor before being hired as a full-time employee. Some may remember him as the personal trainer and fitness instructor for MSO and the Downtown Wellness Center. Others may remember him from partnering with Florey Miller and teaching Diabetes Education Courses, or from participating in one of his wellness and nutrition seminars.