Mr. Marcus H. Knight C.E.O. and Founder of Hand Up Paid Forward is a highly decorated American hero who has served in three branches of the military. Mr. Knight has dedicated his life to paying it forward through acts of kindness all over the world. He has been instrumental in search and rescue efforts at tragic events such as 9/11 and has represented NYC in some of the most horrific tragedies, including the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas HS in Florida.