Marianne Ragins is a trailblazer in the world of scholarships and college affordability, renowned as one of the nation's most successful scholarship winners-securing an astonishing $400,000+ in scholarship funds to pay for her own education. As the publisher of www.scholarshipworkshop.com, Marianne has dedicated more than two decades to demystifying the scholarship process for students and parents, empowering countless families to achieve their college dreams without the burden of overwhelming debt.A proud alumna with an MBA from George Washington University and a bachelor's degree from Florida A&M University, Marianne's expertise has earned her widespread recognition in major publications including USA Today, People, and Newsweek. Breaking new ground as perhaps the first student to gather nearly half a million dollars in scholarship awards, she has inspired a new generation of ambitious scholars.As president of The Scholarship Workshop and sponsor of both the Leading the Future II and Ragins Braswell National Scholarships, Marianne leads by example-helping students win not just one, but multiple full-ride scholarships and collectively, millions in educational funding. A Certified Speaking Professional, she is in constant demand for her engaging talks with student and parent groups nationwide, sharing proven strategies to finance college and slash tuition bills.Marianne Ragins is also a prolific author whose works-including Winning Scholarships for College, The Scholarship Monthly Planner, and College Survival & Success Skills 101-are essential guides for college-bound students. Her unwavering passion and expertise continue to make a lasting difference in the lives of aspiring scholars everywhere.