Guest Speaker Bio

Marvin Daniels has over 39 years of experience in the non-profit sector, specializing in youth and community development, advocacy, and asset-based programming. He is the Founder of Beyond The Norm, where he serves as a trainer and consultant in conflict resolution, situational ethics, scenario planning, servant leadership, and team-building.

Marvin's diverse roles include Adjunct Professor of Youth Ministries, Youth and Assistant Pastor, Regional Facilitator, Mediation Specialist, and Youth Outreach Worker across major cities such as New York, Philadelphia, Chicago, Boston, Kansas City, and Branson, MO. He is also a recognized national speaker.

He holds master’s degrees in Education and Urban Missiology, certifications in Dispute Resolution and Guidance and Counseling, and a bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Graphics Technology from Cheyney University (HBCU). An ordained minister with the Baptist General Conference and the Church of the Nazarene, Marvin serves as a trustee and board member for several organizations.

Marvin is married to Angie, and they have five adult children: Malachi, Isaiah, Micah, Imani, and Nia.