Marcus Ismael

Marcus Ismael serves as the Marketing and Communications Program Manager at San Jose State University since August 2022, focusing on marketing, communications, and media relations for major capital projects and real estate development. Prior to this role, Marcus held various positions, including Project Lead at YIMBY Action, where public support for housing development in San Francisco was mobilized. Experience as Communications Manager for the City of San José involved liaison duties with media for high-profile announcements, while earlier roles included consulting at eStreet Group and managing field operations for Elizabeth Warren's presidential campaign. Additional experience encompasses strategic communications positions with College Democrats of America and the California College Democrats, alongside legislative work with the California State Assembly and the City and County of San Francisco. Marcus holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from San Francisco State University.