Marjorie Rosen

The greatest piece of advice I've received is very simple: just keep going. It seems simple, but it's complex. When you start off in the industry, keep going means what? Keep going straight, make a left, make a right? Am I even on the right path? Is this really what I want to do? But keep going just means it doesn't matter necessarily where you think the destination is. The destination will find you. The journey that you follow is never linear, but every pit stop along the way gives you skills and attributes and characteristics that you didn't know were available, you didn't know that you needed, and they become a bouncing step to your next destination. All of a sudden, you're like, aha! I'm not gonna keep going left, I'm gonna go right this time, and this is what's gonna help me there. And you get there, and you learn, and you're like, now I'm gonna go straight, because this was really cool, and I want to keep going on this path. No matter what your journey looks like, it propels you forward, and it takes you to the next evolution of who you are gonna be.

My advice to young women entering this field is to learn continuously and intentionally throughout every stage of their career. I believe success in this industry comes from a commitment to lifelong learning staying curious, seeking out new knowledge, and remaining open to growth even when you feel confident in your expertise. The healthcare and education landscape is constantly evolving, especially with advancements in technology and AI, so adaptability and a strong learning mindset are essential. I encourage young women to invest in their development, pursue opportunities to expand their skills, and never stop asking questions, because it is through consistent learning that confidence, leadership, and long-term impact are built.

One challenge I face is working closely with the certifications department, because how certifications are accredited and how educational institutions are accredited don't always match up. That sometimes becomes a barrier when talking to the credentialing department. But overall, something that's more difficult is the ability to really share what is happening to the members in a timely manner. The avenues in which we have the information to go out - newsletters, different marketing campaigns - but the things that I do, it's just hard to target the educators specifically. That's been the hardest piece: making sure that the educators know about new frameworks, what AI is doing, and really sharing the information across and helping us to mold the industry. For me, I think it's the voice reach.

The values that guide my work and personal life are centered on collaboration, continuous learning, innovation, and service to others. Across my responsibilities within early pathways, workforce transitions, faculty development, and research initiatives, I am consistently driven by a commitment to bridging gaps between education and practice and ensuring that learners and professionals are supported at every stage of their journey. I value building strong systems that connect people, ideas, and opportunities, while also fostering environments where educators, practitioners, and students can grow together. Integrity, adaptability, and a forward-thinking mindset are also essential to me, especially as I work to navigate and respond to the rapid changes in healthcare, education, and technology.