Marla brings a rich and varied background, as well as a unique perspective to the financial industry. Born in New Jersey, Marla earned a BA in Economics from Pitzer College in Claremont, CA, an MS in Computer Science from Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, NJ, and a certificate in Ceramics from Worcester Craft Center in Worcester, MA. In addition to coaching and mortgage consulting, she has developed software, supported engineers who were developing software, managed technical projects, and created pottery.