Ruth Marcus

Ruth Marcus is a seasoned professional in nonprofit management and advisory services, currently serving as a Manager in Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory at BDO USA, LLP. With experience spanning over a decade, Marcus has held various roles including Development Manager at Smuin Ballet, where significant increases in institutional funding were achieved, and Development Director at Creativity Explored, overseeing department budgets and leading fundraising initiatives. Previous roles include Grants Coordinator at Oakland Public Education Fund, Cultural Program Coordinator at Arab Cultural and Community Center, and Fulbright Scholar with artwork exhibited at notable venues. Marcus holds a BA in English and Visual Art from Columbia University, an MA in Middle East Studies from The American University in Cairo, and an MBA from the University of California, Berkeley, among other academic credentials.