PORT ALLEN, LA, October 02, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Dr. Elizabeth M. Fussell has been included in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Dr. Fussell has earned recognition for her ability to strengthen organizations, expand opportunities for individuals with disabilities, and mentor the next generation of leaders. As chief executive officer of Liz Fussell LLC, she advises nonprofit executives on board engagement, organizational alignment, and mission-focused strategies. She is widely regarded for helping organizations enhance financial stability, streamline structures, and design services that achieve measurable outcomes for the communities they serve.

In higher education (The University of Tennessee and Virginia Commonwealth University), Dr. Fussell was inspired to be a trailblazer, where she was instrumental in developing pioneering programs to expand educational and employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Her efforts advanced supported employment, self-determination and self-advocacy, inclusive postsecondary education, and Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA).

In addition to program innovation, Dr. Fussell has played a significant role in guiding nonprofit organizations, including The Arc, through restructuring processes that allowed them to live their missions more fully and deliver services with greater impact. Throughout her career, she has been recognized not only for her organizational expertise but also for her commitment to mentoring colleagues and cultivating leaders who continue to drive change in the nonprofit and educational sectors.

Dr. Fussell's career reflects a consistent dedication to improving systems, building leadership capacity, and creating opportunities that foster inclusion and independence. Today, through her consulting practice, Dr. Fussell continues to guide organizations toward sustainability and innovation, with a vision of cultivating resilient leaders and mission-driven nonprofits that create lasting impact in their communities.

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