Markasia McCreary is a 2022 graduate of SUNY Fredonia, where she earned a B.A. in Public Accounting and Business Administration–Management. While at Fredonia, she overcame social anxiety and grew into leadership as Treasurer and later President of the Black Student Union, as well as Treasurer of the Accounting Society. After beginning her career as a Municipal Auditor at Drescher & Malecki LLP, she returned to her hometown of Niagara Falls, where she now serves as an accountant for the Niagara Falls City School District. Passionate about service and mentorship, Markasia leads Big Sis Lil Sis, a ministry for teen girls, and was honored in March 2025 as a Black Achiever. She is currently pursuing her MBA.