Marla carries a heart of compassion for those who are hurting and hopeless. Raised in village Alaska herself, she desires to see the youth in Alaska come to know their true identity and worth. Marla has travelled with Carry the Cure teams for the past 10+ years. She presently serves on the board for CTC. In her personal life, she enjoys time with her family, which includes 8 grandchildren. She owns a coaching/counseling business, which she finds both impactful and fulfilling.