Mark brings over 20 years of experience driving commercial growth across bootstrapped startups and public companies. As a top performer and manager in the research and subscription industry, he has demonstrated expertise across strategy, HR, and business development.
As an early pioneer in the Leadership Development space, Mark played a pivotal role in creating a new market category. He helped forge partnerships with 12 leading global business schools to develop cutting-edge management and leadership programs. Under his leadership, the company grew from concept to $60M in annual revenue through Series D funding, establishing itself as a market leader in executive education.
Currently, Mark serves as a strategic advisor to various startups and scale-ups in the knowledge, talent, and education sectors. He focuses on helping companies navigate rapid growth phases while building sustainable business models.
Mark earned his BA in History from Princeton University, where he co-captained the varsity tennis team. Following graduation, he pursued a professional tennis career, competing internationally before earning his MBA in Marketing and Innovation from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management. Mark lives in New York with his wife, Ava, and their two college-aged children. He maintains his passion for tennis, participates in 10K races, and enjoys international travel.