Marina Pol Longo
Overview
Marina brings experience in strategic consulting and evaluation with large multinationals, foundations, nonprofits, and government agencies.
Role at FSG
Marina has participated in a wide range of social sector projects with a focus on education, CSR, and health. Recent projects include developing a comprehensive strategy to close the achievement gap for one of the largest community foundations, defining the new corporate social engagement strategy of Medtronic, and creating a strategic plan for the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, with a focus on key policy priorities to increase student success across Texas by engaging stakeholders to drive collective action.
Before FSG
Prior to joining FSG, Marina was an analyst for McKinsey & Company where she developed insights, conducted market and financial analysis, formulated recommendations, and implemented change programs. In addition, Marina has been an active advisor of regional development efforts in Central America and nonprofits focused on inspiring and providing leadership opportunities for youth.
Education
- ESADE, Spain, MBA
- Community of European Management Schools (Spain and Germany), MA in International Management
- Master's thesis on Professionalizing Public Management; it became the central part of a study commissioned by the Official School for Public Management
Languages
- Spanish: Native
- English: Proficient
- Catalan: Native
- German: Basic speaking and writing
- French: Basic speaking and writing
On Working at FSG
"I am at FSG because it’s an organization that lives and breathes its mission and values — as I do. My time at FSG has provided countless opportunities to learn, challenge the status quo, and design new ways of defining and approaching social issues. Most recently I have had the privilege of advising over fifty foundations across the country in their efforts to build informed and engaged communities. I feel inspired by their commitment and the impact that their work will have in strengthening our communities."