Marla and her husband, Robert, had already been involved in the diabetes industry as developers and marketers of innovative products for more than seven years when their two children were diagnosed in 1997 with type 1 diabetes—Cory at age three and Justin at age nine months. Over the past 26 years, Marla has invested in and helped nurture companies and organizations centered around improving the lives of those living with diabetes both T1D/T2D. Her involvement includes angel investing, forging strategic partnerships, advising on how to maximize marketing initiatives and garner awareness for the cause and the supporting organizations. Marla is the Executive Producer of the documentary “The Human Trial,” a film that highlights the necessity to drive forward cure focused diabetes research, clinical trial awareness and access.