Marisa provides program management services and supports project teams by generating and monitoring project plans to ensure deadlines are met, providing updates to program stakeholders, and advising on the acceptable item banking and exam publication processes.

Marisa manages the relationships GSX has with testing vendors to ensure the daily operations of infrastructure are efficient and effective and oversees item banking software. Marisa supports clients and staff with the publication of pilot and projection exams, assesses project risks, provides solutions, develops and implements standard operating procedures, and supports the accreditation and reaccreditation of certification programs.

Marisa holds a B.A. in Multidisciplinary Studies (psychology and sociology) from Stony Brook University.

SOME X-FACTS ABOUT MARISA

• Marisa has played the trumpet since the 4th grade.
• Marisa lived in Guam for 2 years and spent the weekends snorkeling or hiking.
• Marisa rescued her dog Daisy from Guam who was found at a construction site when she was only 3 months old. Marisa describes Daisy as the most loving, dramatic, cutest, hilarious dog she has ever had.