About Marnelle Alexis

Dr. Marnelle Alexis is Director of Education and Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at Duke University Medical Center. She writes, speaks, and advises on policies and programs relating to institutional growth and advancement, business development, strategic planning, philanthropic initiatives, and academic management. She is founder of Alexis and Associates, Inc., a consulting firm based in North Carolina; and is consultant and advisor to institutions of higher education, non-profits, corporations, and individuals.

Dr. Alexis received her doctorate in Higher Education Management from the University of Pennsylvania. She holds advanced degrees from Teacher’s College, Columbia University and New York University, and an undergraduate degree from SUNY College at Old Westbury.

Dr. Alexis' book Consulting to Universities: Case Studies, Issues, and Recommendations was published by Teneo Press in June, 2008.