BALTIMORE, MD, January 09, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Molly Tierney has been selected for inclusion 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.

Ms. Tierney has established herself as a leading expert in child welfare, currently serving as managing director at Accenture. Since joining the company in 2018 as an experienced hire, she has dedicated her efforts to managing a national portfolio and providing consulting services to state and national organizations and government agencies focused on social services within the child welfare sector. In her current role, which she has held since 2021, Ms. Tierney leads the North America public sector practice with a specific focus on child welfare. She is responsible for informing and defining objectives for these organizations, helping them improve services for the most vulnerable citizens and consulting on strategies to enhance their effectiveness. Her work ensures that these agencies meet the needs of those they serve, reflecting her deep commitment to positive outcomes for children and families.

Before her current position, Ms. Tierney was a senior manager in Accenture's North America public sector from 2018 to 2021. During this period, she played a pivotal role in shaping consulting strategies and supporting public-sector clients in delivering essential social services.

From 2018 to 2022, Ms. Tierney also served as co-director at Johns Hopkins University, where she contributed her expertise to academic leadership and program development.

Before transitioning to the private sector, Ms. Tierney spent approximately 25 years in public service, managing child welfare operations across Maryland, Washington, D.C. and Illinois. As director of the Baltimore City Department of Human Services from 2008 to 2017, she oversaw critical programs aimed at protecting children and strengthening families throughout the city. Her leadership was instrumental in driving reforms and improving service delivery for vulnerable populations.

In 2007, Ms. Tierney held the position of deputy commissioner for the City of Chicago, following her tenure as deputy director from 2003 to 2007 and deputy commissioner from 2003 to 2006. In these roles, she managed large teams and complex systems within Chicago's Human Service Agency, focusing on policy implementation and operational excellence.

Her earlier experience includes serving as deputy director at the District of Columbia Child and Family Services Agency in 2002, where she contributed to significant improvements in agency performance and outcomes for children.

Ms. Tierney's career trajectory was further shaped by her fellowship at The Annie E. Casey Foundation in 2001. This opportunity allowed her to develop advanced leadership skills and reinforced her belief in the potential for government agencies to achieve dramatically improved results in child welfare.

From 1997 to 2001, she served as program director at the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, where she managed statewide initiatives to protect children and support families.

Her foundational experience began as program supervisor at Kaleidoscope from 1991 to 1996, followed by an early leadership role as center director at Appalachia Service Project from 1987 to 1989.

Throughout her distinguished career, Ms. Tierney has been most proud of witnessing the long-term impact of her work, seeing children whose lives were improved through her efforts now raising thriving families of their own. She considers this generational success the ultimate goal of her professional journey.

Ms. Tierney's academic background has been integral to her achievements. She earned a master's degree in child development from Loyola University Chicago in 1997. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in American studies from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, graduating in 1990 after completing coursework in American/United States studies/civilization there in 1995. Currently, she is pursuing a master's degree in fine arts and writing at Johns Hopkins University.

Her educational experiences have provided a strong foundation for her work in social services and leadership roles. Ms. Tierney attributes her success to unwavering dedication and a belief that collective effort can lead to meaningful change. Inspired by formative years spent among Jesuits and driven by a conviction of service paired with a commitment to quality education, she found purpose early on in helping others through social services. Her fellowship at The Annie E. Casey Foundation was particularly influential, shaping her vision for better government management and improved outcomes for families, a vision she continues to champion today.

Ms. Tierney's commitment extends beyond her professional responsibilities; she serves on the board of her neighborhood association, demonstrating ongoing civic engagement.

Her accomplishments have been recognized with numerous awards including six international awards for workforce transformation learning method from Accenture between 2019 and 2023; Maryland's Top 100 Women Circle of Excellence by Maryland Daily Record in 2011, 2014 and 2016; Sondheim Exemplary Leadership Award Honoree from Greater Baltimore Committee in 2013; Innovations in American Government Bright Ideas Award from Harvard Kennedy School in 2012; and GLOMO Awards from Mobile World Congress.

Additionally, recognized as a competitive athlete during her career, Ms. Tierney exemplifies discipline and perseverance both professionally and personally.

Looking ahead, Ms. Tierney remains committed to advancing significant changes in child welfare systems nationwide to reduce the number of children entering foster care and ensure that vulnerable children receive better care throughout the country.

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