Alumni Spotlights

Matthew Marry '06

Matthew Marry '06

Employer
Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association/Director, Emergency Preparedness

LinkedIn Profile
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-marry-0b2b4029/

1. Tell us about your journey since graduation.
Grand Valley's athletic training program allowed me to work in the NFL with the Detroit Lions on their medical staff. Following my time in the NFL, I pursued a doctorate in Chiropractic at Palmer College of Chiropractic. In 2010, I started practicing chiropractic in Virginia. After many years of serving patients in the clinic setting, I pivoted into healthcare emergency preparedness. In 2018, I joined the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association and have the privilege of working with all healthcare organizations across the Commonwealth to keep all Virginians prepared and safe during an emergency.

2. Share a favorite Grand Valley memory.
Working under incredible mentors of Todd Jager, Brian Hatzel, and Shari Bartz. In addition, working on the staff of the championship teams with legendary athletes and coaches.

3. What's the best piece of advice you've ever received?
"Don't let yourself limit your opportunities and successes by thinking you are not good enough to pursue an opportunity." "If you are going to make mistakes, make small ones."

4. List three words you would use to describe your Grand Valley experience.
Growth, Team, Experiences

5. What difference would you like to make in the world?
Have an impact to ensure we are more prepared and equipped to meet the consistent evolving challenges of emergencies and disasters.

October 2022

Interest Area(s)
Athletic Training

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