Marcus Garrett

Marcus Garrett, CIA, is a highly skilled compliance and audit professional with extensive experience in financial management and oversight across various governmental organizations. Currently serving as Compliance Manager at the Harris County Office of County Administration, Marcus oversees strategic risk-based management of $915 million in federal funds under the American Rescue Plan Act. Previous roles include Internal Audit Division Manager at the City of Houston, where Marcus led audit planning and execution within a highly regulated environment, and multiple management positions at Texas Health and Human Services, focusing on financial analysis, auditing standards, and performance audit procedures. Notable achievements include receiving the Knighton Award for outstanding audit work in Denver and contributing to significant operational improvements through innovative strategies in audit and compliance processes. Marcus holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Sam Houston State University and has been a youth appointee on the Texas Juvenile Justice Advisory Board.