Name: Marsha Parris Title: Chief Operating Officer/ Senior Vice President Company: New York Grant Company Location: 29 Broadway, New York, N.Y. 10006 Place of birth: Grenada Family: Mother & siblings College: MPS from Pratt Institute First job unrelated to your current field: Working as a coordinator at a Day Spa First job in current field: New York Grant Company What your firm does now and its plans for the future? We specialize in navigating the maze to secure federal, state, city and utility grants and incentives for businesses, organizations and building owners throughout New York City and across the U.S. We plan to offer the same line of service to residential developers and owners, as well as assist international companies looking to relocate to the U.S. Hobbies: Reading and watching movies Favorite novel: "The Old Man and the Sea" by Ernest Hemingway Favorite film: "The American President" Keys to success: Being able to stay focused, as well as being persistent, diligent, honest and always assist others without expecting anything in return. Person(s) you most admire (outside of family): Hilary Clinton If you had to choose a different profession, what would it be? A teacher