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Dr. MAC

Behavioral & Cultural Interpreter

Specialties: Researcher | Writer | Consultant | Explorer

Dr. MarieAnn C. Raguso, aka Dr. MAC is a researcher, writer, and consultant specializing in human behavior, cultural systems, and organizational development. As the founder of Analyze This, she partners with businesses, nonprofits, and institutions to deliver culturally attuned, data-driven insights. Her work focuses on bridging analytical rigor with human understanding, empowering clients to navigate complexity through tailored research, strategic writing, and cultural interpretation.

Her research spans topics from transitional identity to behavioral deviance, including her dissertation, Understanding the Transitional Needs of Servicemembers to Veterans (2024), a qualitative study employing Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA). She has also published critical work like In a Nutshell, There’s Fresh Water in Afghanistan, & Purple Heart (2023) and delivered field-based analysis in Shedding Light on the Blue-Collar Trade of Tow Truck Operators—a socio-anthropological look at first responders often overlooked in cultural data. Her sociological thesis, The Ultimo-Sopor Theory, remains a cornerstone for interpreting global death practices as a unifying human experience.

Dr. Raguso is also a sought-after speaker. Her most recent appearance, Written Expression: A Healthy Path Toward Healing (SITREP Series, June 2025), explored therapeutic literacy and behavioral recovery. Her interdisciplinary voice is evident across past engagements, including her memoir reading at the MVILLE MFA Mixer and her role as co-director and writer of the indie horror film Revival of Darkness.

Whether conducting fieldwork or developing policy-usable insights, Dr. Raguso brings a rare mix of academic depth, narrative precision, and strategic clarity. If your organization needs cultural fluency, social research, or insight that actually works—she’s the one to call.

“If you need data that actually works for you, let’s talk.”

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What Credentials does Dr. MAC hold?

Military + Veteran Advocacy

MarieAnn C. Raguso, PhD proudly served in the United States Air Force as a member of Security Forces, where she was awarded the Purple Heart after surviving an IED blast that destroyed her convoy vehicle. Her military service is formally recognized by the Military Order of the Purple Heart, where she is listed on the Roll of Honor.

Official documentation of her service and accolades can be found via the Air National Guard’s photo archive and a detailed press release on the 105th Airlift Wing Airmen awards.

During her recovery, Dr. Raguso was granted Wounded Warrior status and honored by her base leadership in a feature titled “Eagle Proud Warrior.”

In recognition of her service and commitment to leadership, she was awarded scholarships from both the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and the Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America (OSDIA).

Driven by a mission to serve beyond the battlefield, she went on to found CCLT4Vets, a volunteer-run nonprofit that provides creative and outdoor healing opportunities for veterans, first responders, service members, and their families. As a volunteer advocate, she also serves on the Hudson Valley Veterans Task Force, helping shape regional veteran support initiatives.

In addition to her military and nonprofit work, Dr. Raguso is a published academic and writer, with her doctoral dissertation available via Nova Southeastern University’s repository. She is a proud member of the Orange County Chamber of Commerce (NY) and continues to use her voice, research, and advocacy to champion those who have served.

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