
Current Country of Residence: USA
Languages Spoken: English
Mark is a solutions-focused Senior Executive and Consultant with more than 32 years of success across the military, management consulting, and retail industries. Leveraging extensive experience in organisational leadership, he is a valuable asset for growth-focussed start-ups and established companies requiring expert assistance with team building, restructuring, asset management and growth strategy. Throughout his executive career, Mark has held leadership positions with Saks Off Fifth, Sears Holding Company, Toys ‘R’ Us, Walmart, McKinney Rogers, and US Marine Corps. Mark has led cross-functional teams comprised of as many as 60k Associates tasked with delivering retail Revenue of $6B located in 900 locations.
Mark has 20 years of experience in the US Marine Corps, highlighted with the privilege of serving as a Commanding Officer of Marines for seven years in the US and overseas. Mark attributes this experience as the facilitator of his positive, results-driven mindset, and his ability to build and motivate successful teams. Mark attained his Master’s in Military Science from the Marine Corps University and his BA in Economics from the University of Texas, Austin. He is an endurance athlete, ultra-marathoner, and double Ironman who has raised thousands of dollars for charities through his sporting pursuits. One of Mark’s passions is to serve others whether in a corporate setting through the team, or in an individual opportunity where he draws strength from within.