The President and CEO of Tomorrow’s Promise Today (TPT) brings extensive experience in education, administration, and curriculum implementation. Driven by a passion for supporting urban learners, he designed an effective program specifically to close the academic skill gaps often found in urban learning systems.
Mike’s extensive experience and Master’s degree in Secondary Education Administration from Kansas State University demonstrate his deep passion and expertise in empowering students to achieve their highest academic potential. His vision and the organization’s flexibility allow each site to be customized based on students' and schools' specific academic needs. This approach is designed to inspire students and enhance the teaching and learning styles currently utilized by district teachers.
He firmly believes that success is driven by helping students identify their unique learning styles and utilizing differentiated instruction as a primary tool for academic achievement. Some of his professional highlights include:
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President of Tomorrow’s Promise Today (10 years)
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Principal of the Year (3 years)
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Educational Consultant
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2022 Buck O’Neil Legacy Seat Honoree (KC Royals)
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Mentoring over 1,000 students annually
Ultimately, his goal as an educator is to empower students to understand how they learn best, ensuring their success in the next phase of their lives. This vision, built on ten years of successful leadership at the elite academic company Tomorrow’s Promise Today, led to the creation of his newest community-based organization, Today Promises Tomorrow.
Personal Passions and Community Involvements:
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Community Engagement: Dedicated to driving positive change within our community.
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Fraternity Leadership: Serve on the (Fatherhood-Mentoring) National Committee for his fraternity.
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Church Involvement: Active member of his church’s security team.
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Family: Proud leader of his FAMILY.
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Board Leadership: Currently serve as a board member for three different organizations.
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Sports: Season ticket holder * Kansas City Chiefs and the Kansas City Royals.
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Volunteer Baseball Coach (15) years (Boys/Girls Club)
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Future Business Leaders (Mentor)
(M3) Motivation, Momentum, Movement
Building the most elite academic enhancers, dedicated to empowering the urban educational sector. Preparing for the future!
Michael Graham Sr.
President
Marion Marshall
Executive Director
Marion Marshall serves as the Executive Director of Today Promises Tomorrow, leading the organization with a powerful blend of educational expertise, community leadership, and a deep belief in the potential of every child. With a career rooted in teaching and youth development, Marion brings years of classroom experience and a firsthand understanding of the academic, social, and emotional needs of students and families. Her leadership reflects a simple but profound conviction: when we invest in students today, we change the future for generations.
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​Marion holds degrees in Early Childhood Education and Criminology, a combination that shapes her holistic approach to strengthening families, expanding opportunity, and building safer, more connected communities. Her background in education leadership, community development, and nonprofit management has positioned her as a trusted voice in creating programs that uplift neighborhoods and remove barriers for young people.
​​A dedicated mentor, motivational speaker, and published author, Marion uses her platform to inspire, empower, and advocate for those who often go unheard. She is currently developing a mentorship program for young ladies — a space designed to cultivate confidence, leadership, and longterm success. This initiative reflects her lifelong commitment to guiding young women toward futures filled with promise.
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What drives Marion’s work is the knowledge that Today Promises Tomorrow is not just an organization — it is a force for change. She believes deeply that every time TPT is invited into a school, a family, or a community, the future shifts for the better. Under her leadership, TPT continues to strengthen partnerships, expand resources, and build pathways that help students rise and families thrive.