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Marquis White
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Marquis White serves as a Small Business Liaison Officer at BAE Systems, Inc., where he is responsible for enhancing small business program participation. His goal is to help build a resilient supply chain that embraces innovation, responds effectively to mission needs, and contributes to the growth of the industrial base of one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies.
Before joining BAE Systems, Inc., Marquis operated his own small business in medical supplies distribution for several years. At its peak, his company employed up to 27 staff members and managed a climate-controlled automated warehouse spanning 7,000 square feet. In 2020, they successfully handled over 15,000 individual line items. As the founder and owner, he oversaw all aspects of the business, including administration, sales, finance, inventory, distribution, project management, and equipment. During the global pandemic, he had to find creative solutions to maintain day-to-day operations.
Prior to becoming a small business owner, Marquis served in the United States Marine Corps for 10.5 years as an aviation logistics manager, taking on various tactical and strategic leadership roles while deployed to Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) and Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF), as well as during active duty.
Originally from West Palm Beach, Florida, Marquis holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from San Diego State University. He is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Business Analytics with a concentration in Supply Chain Analytics at the University of Colorado Boulder. In 2023, he earned certification as a Supplier Diversity Professional from the American Supplier Diversity Program (ASDP). In his free time, he enjoys traveling, dining out with his wife, and spending time with their pets.
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“A great training experience for Small Business Liaison Officers. Come ready to learn, share ideas, and connect with others in the field.”
“This course is valuable for both beginners and experienced professionals. The instructors and attendees are all passionate about supporting small business programs.”
“The class provides the knowledge and tools needed to strengthen a small business program. It’s a valuable resource for both new and experienced Small Business Liaison Officers, with plenty of opportunities to learn and network.”
“One of the best professional training courses I’ve attended—informative, engaging, and practical.”
“As a growing aerospace supplier transitioning from a small to a large business, we needed guidance on meeting customer requirements. This training gave us a strong starting point for building the right processes within our small business program.”
“I’m grateful my organization supported us in taking this course. After seven years as a Small Business Liaison Officer, I still learned new information while also refreshing key concepts. The training was informative, timely, and very well done.”
“This is the most valuable and detailed training I’ve completed for my role as a Small Business Liaison Officer. I’m very glad I discovered ASDP.”
“Whether you are new to the Small Business Liaison Officer role or taking on new responsibilities, this course provides the tools and confidence to succeed. The networking opportunities are also extremely valuable.”
“The training was excellent from start to finish. The instructors were knowledgeable, engaging, and brought great energy to the sessions.”
“The ASDP training offered a detailed overview of important rules and regulations while also creating meaningful networking opportunities with other professionals in the field.”
“This was my fourth recertification, and I still walked away with new insights. The instructors are excellent, the topics are relevant, and the networking opportunities are always worthwhile.”
“The classroom discussions and group activities made the learning experience very engaging. The instructors brought deep industry knowledge, and connecting with other small business program professionals was a major benefit.”