Marvell Adams Jr. is a nationally recognized leader working at the intersection of caregiving, aging, health equity, inclusion, and systems transformation. As CEO of Caregiver Action Network — the nation’s leading family caregiver organization — he is helping shape a future where caregiving is recognized and supported as essential social and economic infrastructure.

A sought-after speaker, strategist, and thought leader, Marvell’s work explores the connections between caregiving, aging, disability, disability, disability, disability, workforce participation, mental health, technology, and social justice. Drawing from both executive leadership and deeply personal caregiving experiences — including serving as a youth caregiver within his own family — he brings a uniquely human and system-oriented lens to conversations about care, dignity, and belonging.

Known for his ability to bridge policy, innovation, lived experience, and public narrative, Marvell, with over 20 years of experience in care support and services, is one of the country’s most passionate voices on the future of care in America. His work focuses on building scalable systems that improve the lives of family caregivers, older adults, and marginalized communities across generations through cross-sector collaboration spanning healthcare, workforce development, technology, public policy, and community design.

In addition to his role at CAN, Marvell is founder and CEO of W Lawson, a social impact company focused on creating and advising older adult serving communities seeking to center belonging and togetherness. Through W Lawson and the Longevity + Inclusion Alliance, he has advised organizations and professionals across aging services, healthcare, and nonprofit leadership on building more inclusive systems and cultures.

Based in Baltimore with his spouse and three children, Marvell is widely recognized for his passion, emotionally resonant storytelling, and commitment to building a more compassionate and caregiver-supportive America.