Mary Tillman-Young

Mary Tillman-Young is an experienced professional specializing in diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within non-profit organizations. Currently serving as the South Region Strategic Director for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the American Cancer Society, Mary plays a pivotal role in advancing health equity programs. As the CEO and Founder of MTY Consulting, Mary focuses on developing service delivery models for non-profits and NGOs. Previous roles include Director of Culture and Engagement and DEI Co-Chair at Foundation Communities, where Mary was instrumental in employee training and organizational DEI policies. Educational qualifications include a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Certificate from Cornell University and a Master of Education from the University of Missouri-Saint Louis. Additionally, Mary has a robust background in teaching and educational program management.