Marlon Heaston

About Marlon Heaston

Results-driven dedicated leader with a proven track record of achieving results, exceeding targets and driving growth by implementing innovative processes, building capacity, and enhancing the effectiveness of teams. Proficient in fostering consensus among stakeholders for new initiatives and strategies aimed at improving outcomes. Committed to maintaining the highest level of professional integrity and passionate about advancing success.

Experience

1. Chief Executive Officer

   NEW PURPOSE

   Aug 2024 — Present

   Driving the full organizational rebrand to NEW PURPOSE, establishing a modernized identity that reflects innovation, person-centered practices, and statewide impact.Strengthening workforce development initiatives by designing DSP pipelines, enhancing onboarding systems, and equipping staff with tools and coaching to support long-term growth and retention.Expanding partnerships with MCOs, state agencies, healthcare systems, and community organizations to improve service delivery and increase access to high-quality supports.Improving organizational compliance and operational efficiency through updated policies, enhanced data systems, and accountability structures that support high performance.Leading the strategic expansion of residential, employment, behavioral, and community integration programs aligned with statewide needs and member outcomes.Building leadership capacity across departments by promoting cross-functional collaboration, developing emerging leaders, and cultivating a culture rooted in compassion, accountability, and excellence.Advancing data-informed decision-making processes that support financial sustainability, program quality, and alignment between mission and operations.Championing a trauma-informed, inclusive, and purpose-driven organizational culture that values staff well-being and uplifts the lived experiences of the people we support.Positioning NEW PURPOSE as a statewide model for disability services through innovation, quality assurance, workforce investment, and strategic growth initiatives.

Education

• Trevecca Nazarene University

  Doctor of Education - EdD, Educational Leadership and Professional Practice

  2011 — 2014

• Trevecca Nazarene University

  Master of Education - MEd, Educational Leadership

  2008 — 2009

• Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

  Bachelor of Education - BEd, Health Teacher Education

  2003 — 2007