Marian Walsh

Marian Walsh is a lecturer of ethics, leadership, nonprofit management, and law and policy at Northeastern University and other colleges. A former politician, she served 9 consecutive terms in the Massachusetts State Senate (until 2011) and previously in the House of Representatives. She is the author of RUN; Your Personal Guide to Winning Public Office and a distinguished attorney. Walsh holds a JD from Suffolk University Law School and attended Harvard Divinity School.

• Education: Ursuline Academy; Newton College of the Sacred Heart; Suffolk University Law School (JD, 1986); Harvard Divinity School.

Her research and teaching focus on ethical leadership, public policy, and nonprofit governance. Her book explores practical strategies for political campaigns and governance. Walsh has received numerous awards for public service, including recognition from the Massachusetts Women's Political Caucus and Boston Jaycees.

As a leadership coach and consultant, she advises on organizational management and civic engagement. Her career bridges academia, public service, and nonprofit leadership.