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Built to move people.

Here to protect them.

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She built the crossings

Mary managed the design and construction of the ports of entry, airports, and transit connections that millions of people move through across the Pacific and Southwest United States. Her work connects people, places, and possibilities.

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She fights for the people left behind

Mary works with governments, legislators, and international bodies on children’s rights, identity, and state accountability.

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LEARN ABOUT MARY

There’s more to the story

From Nathan’s Famous to Netflix to the National Assembly of Korea

MARY IN THE MEDIA

The Other Side of Mary

LET’S GET STARTED

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Book Mary to speak at your next event

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