The Medical Center of the Americas Foundation (MCA) is proud to unveil the newly renamed Melinda and Meyer Marcus Family Innovation Center. This occasion celebrates the generosity and profound impact of the Marcus Family on the MCA. The decision to honor the Marcus Family reflects their invaluable support and commitment to fostering innovation and excellence in healthcare in the Borderplex.

The Marcus’ Family generosity exemplifies their unwavering dedication to unleashing El Paso’s full potential by advancing regional innovation and entrepreneurship. Their support empowers the Melinda and Meyer Marcus Family Innovation Center to foster economic growth and catalyze transformative change within our community.

“This contribution provides vital support to the MCA, enabling the ongoing delivery of essential programs and services to entrepreneurs and innovators in our region. Our family takes great pride in moving this endeavor forward for our future generations to prosper”, says Shea Herman.

Mylena Walker, Chair of the MCA Foundation recognizes the synergy between such strategic partnerships and the organization’s core objectives.

“Here at the Foundation, we have a laser-focus to accelerate innovation, improve health, and build prosperity in the Borderplex Region. This remarkable level of support by the Marcus Family Foundation exemplifies the need for collaborative alliances to fulfill our mission and objectives”, says Walker.

The Melinda and Meyer Marcus Family Innovation Center serves as a hub of creativity, collaboration, and entrepreneurial spirit, fostering the cultivation and advancement of innovative ideas and solutions. Providing comprehensive resources such as entrepreneurship training, state-of-the-art biomedical and tech incubator facilities, mentors and expert advisors, and access to funding resources, the center empowers individuals and organizations to turn their ideas into reality, driving economic growth and promoting the development of breakthrough technologies.