CRAMS Consulting's Experience

CRAMS Consulting is being led by industry veteran, Marlyn Paris-Lawson. Marlyn’s credentials include a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Florida State University and a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Barry University. She is a dynamic, passionate, results-oriented bilingual professional with over 18 years of combined experience in education, social services and human resources.

Mrs. Paris-Lawson is an open-minded leader recognized for her creative thinking, exceptional people skills, impeccable work ethics, and motivational abilities. Her inclusive approach to problem solving has resulted in establishing strong community partnerships. She is best known for her passion for motivating students to tap into their inner-selves, work to their full potential and earn their way to college. Her sound academic tracking strategies, coupled with innovative student advocacy and engaging motivational workshops are contributing factors which have resulted in over 800 at-risk students being accepted to the college of their choice in the last seven years. She is credited for her contribution in transforming a local drop-out prevention program into a leading college readiness and access program, whose best practices have been recognized and adopted at the state level.

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Marlyn has been recognized for her exemplary work in the areas of education, social services and human resources. She is the recipient of numerous awards including: Bank of America Neighborhood Excellence Emerging Leader; Miami-Dade County Commission Outstanding Service Award; Miami-Dade County Public Schools Proclamations: Junior ROTC Project PASS Advisory Council Chair and Mentoring; Take Stock in Children Excellence in Program Management; Telephone Counseling and Referral Services Unsung Hero; Take Stock in Children Excellence in Program Growth; North Dade Regional Chamber of Commerce Beyond the Bell Community Partner Award and many more.

Mrs. Paris-Lawson subscribes to and practices the four “P’s:” Preparation Prevents Poor Performance. As she strongly believes that if students receive adequate preparation during the formative years and beyond, they should expect to successfully transition to the college of their choice, embrace the rigor of a college course load and attain a college degree within a reasonable time frame. Together with its team of 11 industry experts of professional educators and college advisors, CRAMS Consulting is equipped to provide exceptional College Readiness, Access and Motivational Services.