Marshall Gill Consulting
Marshall and Gill Consulting specializes in transforming correctional systems by providing innovative strategies for rehabilitation, education, reentry, and transitional services. With extensive experience in criminal justice and program management, the team focuses on creating impactful solutions that reduce recidivism, promote successful reintegration, and ensure equitable opportunities for justice-involved individuals.
Central to their approach is the importance of access to education, which serves as a critical tool for personal development, improved employment prospects, and long-term success in society. Their work includes designing educational programs, facilitating community partnerships, and offering transitional services that enhance community integration for justice-involved individuals. These services provide the necessary bridge between incarceration and stable, productive lives, helping individuals reintegrate into society with the skills and support they need to thrive.
Marshall and Gill Consulting’s holistic approach creates long-term benefits, including reduced recidivism, increased educational attainment, stronger employment outcomes, and more resilient communities.
Our Approach
Our approach centers around our client’s needs and specific goals.
Rates are negotiable, contact us to discuss your project.
Through Evidence-Based Strategies Sustainable Reentry Solutions focus on supporting individuals post-release by establishing strong transitional partnerships that provide access to housing, education, and workforce opportunities. Through sustainable system strategies, we create pathways for successful reintegration, ensuring justice-involved individuals have the resources and support needed to thrive. By prioritizing education and reentry services, we work to break systemic barriers and foster long-term stability.
Data-Driven, Research-Backed, and Equity-Focused
Gender-Responsive and Trauma-Informed Strategies
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) at the Core of Our Work
Jared, a student who transitioned from custody to campus, shared his personal experience:
"I never thought about college… I really had no hope… I had no direction… And now I have dreams of starting my own café. Education has been such a powerful tool that I never thought was possible."
(Op-ed: College brings hope to incarcerated students - San José Spotlight)
Specializations
System and Program Development for Correctional Education and Reentry Services
Expanding Access to Education in Correctional Environments and Reentry Settings
Advancing Social Justice and Reform
Supporting Justice-Involved Individuals from Incarceration to Community Reintegration
Eliminating Barriers and Restrictions Across Correctional, Criminal Justice, and Community Environments
Overview of Services
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Build and maintain strong relationships with clients by understanding their needs, offering tailored solutions, and ensuring satisfaction with consulting services.
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Conduct thorough assessments to identify client challenges, business opportunities, and areas for improvement. Provide strategic insights and data-driven recommendations.
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Design and implement customized solutions to address client objectives, including process improvements, program development, or strategic planning.
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Lead and manage consulting projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timelines,, and quality standards are met.
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Conduct in-depth research and analysis in relevant industries, keeping up with trends, regulations, and best practices to offer informed recommendations
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Collaborate with client teams, stakeholders, and subject matter experts to ensure alignment with business goals and ensure successful execution of projects.
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Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and status updates for clients, providing clear insights into project progress, outcomes, and recommendations.
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Provide training, workshops, or coaching to clients to support their internal development and enhance the implementation of solutions.
Mission College emphasized the program's innovative approach:
"The College Collaborative System gives incarcerated students transformative influence over their future. We are proud and encouraged by their success in pursuing and achieving their education goals."
Dr. Patrick Marshall
Dr. Patrick Marshall is a visionary leader, entrepreneur, and justice reform advocate committed to empowering marginalized communities. As the creator and founder of the College Collaborative System (CCS), he has revolutionized the integration of higher education and workforce training within the justice system, equipping incarcerated individuals with tools for successful reintegration.
Dr. Marshall's impactful work has earned him national accolades, including the Distinguished Service Award and Innovation Award from the Western American Correctional Healthcare Association in 2023. In 2024, he was honored as Change Agent of the Year by the National Conference on Race and Ethnicity (NCORE) in higher education. Due to the impactful content of the Emmy Award-winning special report’22 on “Reclusos reciben clases universitarias en la cárcel de Elmwood en Milpitas” aka: the College Collaborative System, which highlighted its transformative impact on justice-involved individuals through education and rehabilitation, Telemundo recognized Dr. Marshall as part of the Emmy-winning team
With a robust academic foundation that includes a Ph.D. in Public Safety: Criminal Justice, a Juris Doctor (JD), an MBA, an MLS, and both an MS and BS in Criminal Justice, Dr. Marshall continues to champion systemic change, diversity, and equity in justice reform and education.
Captain Gurpreet Gill
Captain Gurpreet Gill is a distinguished leader, entrepreneur, and correctional reform advocate with over 25 years of service in the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office. Throughout his career, he has been instrumental in designing and implementing programs that promote rehabilitation and reentry success.
Capt. Gill has been a driving force behind trauma-informed initiatives, expanding career technical education and rehabilitative opportunities for justice-involved individuals. As a co-founder of the College Collaborative System (CCS), he has enhanced access to post-secondary education for incarcerated individuals in Santa Clara County.
His leadership has earned him the Innovation Award from the Western American Correctional Healthcare Association and a Certificate of Commendation from the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Department. Due to the impactful content of the Emmy Award-winning special report’ 22 on “Reclusos reciben clases universitarias en la cárcel de Elmwood en Milpitas” aka: the College Collaborative System, which highlighted its transformative impact on justice-involved individuals through education and rehabilitation, Telemundo recognized Capt. Gurpreet Gill as part of the Emmy-winning team. Additionally, as an adjunct professor in criminal justice, Capt. Gill continues to promote education and systemic change. He holds a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science degree.
Contact Us
Dr. Patrick Marshall patrick.marshall@marshallgillconsulting.com
Gurpreet Gill gurpreet.gill@marshallgillconsulting.com
Recognitions, Awards, & Publications
College Collaborative System
Video: College Collaborative System - Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office | Watch
Incarcerated individuals spent the summer participating in a variety of college courses at Elmwood Correctional Facility, from culinary courses to Auto 101. The program is a partnership between six Bay Area community colleges and the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office to offer these individuals skills and training—with the hope that once they leave the system, they won’t return.
AWARDS: Western American Correctional Health Services Association (WACHSA) Awards | Read more
2023 DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD Dr. Patrick Marshall, Inmate Rehabilitation Manager, Santa Clara County Office of the Sheriff
2023 INNOVATIVE PROGRAM AWARD College Collaborative System - Santa Clara County Office of the Sheriff
AWARDS: Emmy Winning Special Report, Telemundo | Read more
News: Press release: NBC Bay Area and Telemundo 48 Area de la Bahía honored with 16 Northern California Emmy Awards | Read more
Santa Clara County Sheriff gives leaders a look at lockup
Mercury News, August 25, 2023 | Read more
Other programs include the College Collaborative System, developed and led by inmate rehabilitation manager Dr. Patrick Marshall. Through this program, Approximately 600 inmates are being given access to post-secondary education, rehabilitation and essential transitional services.
“In order to address the trauma, you have to get rid of the drama,” Marshall said.
Lt. Gurpreet Gill works in tandem with Marshall to ensure that the program meets all the safety and security requirements. Inmates regularly meet for instruction provided by six local community colleges currently offering 40 courses, from general education to career technical education programs.
