The Full Story

THIS, IS MY STORY

Nick Marino Jr. is a recognized leader in corporate social responsibility, social impact, and nonprofit innovation, inspiring change through philanthropy, entrepreneurship, and award-winning marketing. He is passionate about empowering communities, mobilizing businesses to give back, and creating lasting impact.

A LITTLE BACKGROUND

Nick Marino Jr. was born and raised in Garland, TX, just outside of Dallas, by his parents, who hail from New York City. His mother is from Brooklyn, and his father is from Manhattan, creating a unique blend of Northeastern grit and Southern hospitality in his upbringing. Nick wasn’t raised with a silver spoon in his mouth but rather a wooden one—and he was fed well. His family faced hard times and great times, but through it all, his parents instilled in him love, kindness, and generosity, shaping the values he carries into his life and work today.

HUNGRY FOR CHANGE

Nick Marino Jr. is recognized as one of the leading minds in corporate social responsibility, social impact, and nonprofit innovation. As the Director of the Center for Business Impact at the Communities Foundation of Texas, he mobilizes businesses to give back, create lasting impact, and engage employees in empowering thriving communities.

Nick also serves as the Volunteer Executive Director of Tango Charities, which provides over 750,000 meals annually to kids, veterans, seniors, and others in need across the country. With 31 monthly Feed The City events and an ever-growing network of volunteers, Tango Charities has fed over 7 million people globally, hosted more than 1,500 events across 5 countries, 14 states, and 63 cities, and mobilized over 96,000 volunteers.

Nick’s philanthropic efforts began with his leadership at TangoTab, where he helped feed over 3 million people. In 2020, he transitioned to focus on Tango Charities, spearheading programs like Cultivate Garden Projects, school food programs, and more, all dedicated to eradicating hunger and building stronger communities.

nick MEANs BUSINESS

Nick Marino Jr. is an accomplished entrepreneur, investor, and marketer with a dynamic portfolio of ventures. As the co-founder of Revolving Mind Media, he partners with professional athletes, startups, and national brands to expand their presence and impact. Revolving Mind Media is currently building a platform to support athletes in areas such as mental health, job security, financial literacy, and beyond, offering resources to help them thrive on and off the field.

Nick has also played pivotal roles in various business ventures. He was part of the founding team at Curis Functional Health, which has grown to nearly 60 locations across the U.S., offering whole-body wellness through physical, mental, and nutritional healthcare. Today, Nick remains an equity holder and partner in Curis.

Through Revolving Mind Investments, Nick has invested in and supported innovative companies such as POWERHANDZ, The Catch Seafood Restaurant, iCRYO, and Waterloo. His ability to identify and nurture growth-oriented companies is a testament to his entrepreneurial acumen.

In addition to his business pursuits, Nick founded That’s Just Good, a company that creates cause-driven team-building events for major organizations like AT&T, Walmart, Dell, and Hilton. He also hosts the That’s Just Good Podcast, featuring changemakers from around the globe who are inspiring positive impact in their communities.

RANDOM FACTS

Recognized as a Marketing Maverick by the American Marketing Association in 2024
2023 NCAA Legend and Legacy Award Recipient
Named 2012's 30 Under 30 Future Business Leaders of Dallas
MISSIOND (now That's Just Good) was named as one of the most conscious brands by Conscious Magazine in 2012
Winner of the 2013 Dallas Digital Summit Showcase Startup with TangoTab
2014 awarded the University of North Texas Alumni Community Service Award
2015 Acquisition International Business Excellence Awards: "Best TX Mobile App."
Guinness World Record Holder for hosting the event for Most People Making Sandwiches Simultaneously
2015-16 class of the Mayor's Star Council in Dallas
Led the effort through TangoTab to break the Guinness World Record of Most People Making Sandwiches Simultaneously. This effort brought together 20
Spoken around the country from Los Angeles to Chicago to Miami, which includes the Global Engagement Summit, Brand Innovation Summit, Mobile Innovation Summit, and more.
2016 Top Texans Under 30
2017 feature of Shaping DFW presented by Cadillac and ABC
2019 Fresh Faces of Fashion by Modern Lux Magazine

THREE MANTRAS

Business Life: Don't just think outside of the box; think as if there is no box at all.
Personal Life: Be better than yesterday.
Life in General: LIVE WITH PURPOSE