Marian Dickson is the Director of Donor Engagement at the CDC Foundation, a position they have held since 2024. Prior to this role, Marian served as the Senior Advancement Officer at the same organization from 2021 to 2024. They gained extensive experience in development and donor engagement through previous roles including Director of Development at the International Rescue Committee and Resource Development Director at Side by Side. Marian holds a Master of Public Administration in Nonprofit Management from Georgia State University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology from Mercer University. Additionally, they are active in various organizations, serving as Co-Chair for Slow Food and as a member of the World Affairs Council of Atlanta.