Collaboraction has announced the appointment of Dr. Marcus Robinson as its new Managing Director.

Robinson’s hiring signifies a further development of Collaboraction’s recent rebirth as a social-change agent through the art of theater. “Dr. Marcus’s experience with community development, social justice and transformation will bring new depth and expertise that will increase our impact around Chicago’s most critical social issues, such as racism and violence,” said Anthony Moseley, Collaboraction’s Artistic Director. “I can’t imagine a better partner as we enter our 22nd season focused on the theme of racism in Chicago, and prepare to launch our PEACEBOOK 2017 Chicago parks tour next week.”

Robinson has served as president and CEO of multiple corporations, including the Consortium of Community Development, Citizens for Progressive Change, Inc. and wetWare Inc. He also was founder of his own firm, Social Innovation Group, which worked with clients to create inclusive cultures that drive sustainable high performance.

“People can only help if they know help is needed, and understand how they can contribute to an achievable goal,” said Dr. Robinson. “That’s where Collaboraction comes in. Devised theatre provides us with the unique opportunity to create significant learning experiences that promote deep introspection about the issues of the day that really matter. Combined with structured talk back sessions where audience members can ‘unpack’ and share insight with each other promotes the spirited activation of individual effort to a make a difference. Taken together, this is a powerful formula to incite positive change in our communities.”

Robinson attended the University of Miami School of Music and earned a Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Clinical Hypnotherapy from the American Institute of Clinical Hypnotherapy.