Marcia K. Thompson, Esq., an attorney and global executive, is a justice reform expert specializing in civil rights, community engagement, and procedural justice. With over 25 years of experience working across academic, law enforcement, and corporate sectors, she focuses on finding collaborative and creative ways to build momentum for reform and inclusion. She has served as a subject matter expert for numerous public safety organizations and departments across the United States,  including in Arlington, Baltimore, Boulder, Chicago, Denver, Fort Worth, and Louisville, providing neutral feedback and technical assistance on critical issues such as stakeholder engagement, conflict resolution, civilian oversight, training, bias-free policing, and use of force. Additionally, as part of the Department of Justice (DOJ) Collaborative Reform Initiative (CRI-TAC), she had the opportunity to work directly with police departments nationally to address site-specific reform needs and build community trust.

A dedicated advocate for fairness and equity, Marcia has held significant leadership roles, including serving as General Counsel for the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) and as Ombudsman for the U.S. Capitol, where she resolved complex workplace conflicts and addressed policy concerns for over 2,300 employees. She formerly chaired the Human and Civil Rights Education and Engagement sub-committee for the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), helping to establish national policies and best practices for law enforcement accountability. Her expertise also encompasses the intersection of technology and justice, often presenting on AI and leadership to help organizations navigate change in the digital era.

Marcia is currently the Department Chair and Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice at Aurora University, focusing on the transformative power of learning in inclusive communities. She has developed and facilitated specialized curricula for the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) and the International Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA), training professionals globally on ethics, civil rights, and intelligence-led policing. She holds a Juris Doctorate from George Mason University School of Law and is a certified mediator and restorative justice practitioner.