Caren Marshall grew up in a rural Quaker community near Jericho Friends Meeting near Winchester, Indiana. The Quaker history of her parents and grandparents influenced her pursuit of A Master’s Degree in Social Work from Indiana University to pursue a career in service to others. A post graduate role included 5 years as Medical Social Consultant with the Indiana Department of Public Welfare followed by a 22-year career as the CEO of a nonprofit that combined the organizations of Goodwill Industries and Easter Seals.