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Dr. Marcella Wilson

Dr. Wilson is a computer scientist and technology expert with expertise in many areas including, social media, blogging, and education. She has conducted extensive research on how online social networks evolve over time and how they are linked to off-line, social networks. Dr. Wilson was the first to ever conduct research on how the older adult population uses social media and blogs in contrast to the young adult population. Her cutting edge research has been the focus of many conference papers and publications. Throughout her educational and professional career, Dr. Wilson received numerous fellowships and awards from NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, University of Maryland Baltimore County and Bowie State University (UMBC). As a professor at the University of Maryland Baltimore County, Dr. Wilson taught graduate courses in the Information Systems department.

Dr. Wilson received her Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. She has the distinction of being the first African-American female to obtain a doctorate in Computer Science from UMBC. She also holds a M.S. in Computer Science from Bowie State University and a B.A. in Journalism from Washington Bible College.

TV Host and Personality

Dr. Wilson a perfect fit for doing talk show segments, hosting, red carpet and personal appearances. Dr. Wilson has had On-Camera and Teleprompter training with Brenna McDonough in Washington, DC. She has also had Hosting, Ear Prompter and Teleprompter with Patricia Starks and Maureen Brown in New York City. Dr. Wilson’s past experiences in modeling combined with her education and media training, makes her the best choice to present technology information to your viewing audience.

Motivational Speaker

Dr. Wilson can motivate your students or employees to reach outside of their comfort zone and achieve their dreams. Whether talking to an audience of high school students or Fortune 500 executives, Dr. Wilson is a dynamic speaker who inspires and motivates others to see themselves and their circumstances in a new light. She speaks about and leads workshops on issues ranging from technology concepts and integrating technology and work-life balance, to relationships and finding your calling.

Spokesperson

Dr. Wilson has a proven ability to effectively connect and communicate with consumers and audience members in a clear, concise way. Dr. Wilson has a special knack for explaining complex, technological concepts in a simple, easy to understand way. Dr. Wilson is the perfect choice to promote and explain your product or cause on a local, regional and national level.