Marisa Marquez is a former member of the Texas House of Representatives, having served from 2009 until 2017. She did not seek re-election in 2016. In 2008, Marquez unseated the longest serving Latino elected official in the US. Marisa became the first woman ever to represent District 77 in the Texas House of Representatives and the 2nd Latina ever elected from El Paso. She was also the first Latina to serve on the Education Subcommittee of Appropriations. During her appointment to the House Appropriations Committee, 83rd and 84th Legislative Session, she was the only Latina on the Appropriations or Senate Finance Committee(s).

Her accomplishments include creating the only county ethics commission in the state, statewide colonias reform and appropriating funding for the inaugural University of Texas at El Paso Pharmacy School. Throughout her tenure, Marisa proved to be a effective and bi-partisan legislator. Her unique experience of campaign, policy and leadership give our clients insight to working with elected officials.

Her tenure as a member of the Speaker’s leadership team in the Texas House provide valuable insight to strategy and positive outcomes in any governmental entity. Her direct involvement with the voter provides clients with invaluable information on persuasive and influential messaging. Marquez is affiliated with FORMA Public Affairs through her role as founder of MDM Group.