Marlon Ferdinand, known on the Poetry/Spoken word circuit as P.O.W. (Power of Words), speaks on the layers of life from a litany of viewpoints: As a retired Major from the Air Force, after 30 years of service, R.N. or fire fighter/ paramedic, his experiences and perspective combine powerfully to enrich, enlighten and encourage reflection and thoughtful reaction. As a dedicated father of five and spiritual being having a human experience, he speaks longevity and balance.

P.O.W.'s first performances were as a pre-teen singing in church with a guitar. Today he shares his gift internationally, from the airways of 97.3 Afghanistan radio entitled "Captain Ferdinand's Corner" to the stages of London and Ecuador. Marlon has also impacted local radio with stations such as Miami Florida's 99 JAMZ, and HOT 105. Marlon has also been featured on Miami's NBC Channel 7, MiccosukeeTV, with a dedication to our military veterans entitled "This is for my Soldiers".

A graduate of the University of Miami, School of Nursing; P.O.W's mission has always been to lift the world's vibration, one act of love and mentorship at a time. Whether in uniform, scrubs, bunker gear, camouflage or about to take the stage with a slanted fedora above his brow, P.O.W's presence will have power, a pleasing paragraph and purpose.

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