Sandy Marshall is a producer, writer, and communications leader connecting space exploration, storytelling, entertainment, and partnerships.
Science Communication: At NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), Sandy serves as Strategic Communications Lead, where he supports the Deep Space Network, Voyager, missions to explore our solar system, and partnership and entertainment activations. He co-created, wrote, and executive produced REACH: A Space Podcast for Kids, ranked among Apple Podcasts’ top shows.
Business Development & Consulting: Formerly Vice President at Second City Works, Sandy has advised Fortune 500 companies including Morgan Stanley, GE, AbbVie, RBC, PwC, and Verizon — helping leaders guide teams through change and connect through storytelling.
Entertainment: On-camera credits include The Dilemma (Ron Howard), Odd Squad (PBS), and Still Hungry (Comedy Central), and numerous national commercials. He served as a longtime Director & Faculty Member at The Second City, wrote for Cards Against Humanity, and co-founded the comedy ensemble Schadenfreude.
Writing, Media, & Speaking: Sandy wrote the syndicated business column Workish for the Financial Post and co-founded the business event series Ensemble. He lectures at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (William & Mary, Drake University), and appearances include Fast Company, Axios, SXSW, CBC News, Banff World Media Festival, AGU, and ASTC.
Recognition & Affiliations: An Emmy nominee and SAG-AFTRA member, Sandy has earned multiple distinctions at JPL, as well as the Cosmosphere’s Helen Unruh Alumni of the Year Award. He holds a B.A. in History from Drake University, where he later served on the Board of Trustees.