
Mark B.
5.0
Expert in Leading and Managing Teams

Studied at Washington University in St. Louis
Works at Duke University
Available Monday at 11:30 PM UTC
Zoom appointments are preferred
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Mark’s Team Qualifications
Coaches professionally
Experience level: Executive
10+ people coached for Team
Mark has helped clients get into these companies:
Welcome to my profile! With over two decades of experience in higher education and career development, I have dedicated my career to guiding students and professionals towards success. As the Director of Advising at Duke University and former Assistant Dean of Graduate Career Services at USC Marshall School of Business, I have honed my skills in career counseling, problem-solving, and communication. My extensive background includes leadership roles at Washington University in St. Louis and Indiana University, where I focused on student success and academic advising. I am passionate about helping individuals and teams achieve their goals, and I invite you to reach out so we can work together to unlock your potential.
Mark can help with:
Conflict Resolution
Decision Making
Adaptability
Communication Skills
Problem Solving
Leadership
Collaboration
Mark also coaches for Career Development and Leadership Development. View all.
About Mark
With over 20 years of senior-level higher education leadership experience, I am a career development expert who empowers professionals to achieve success in the ever-changing landscape of academia and work. My core competencies include workforce readiness, talent acquisition, people development, career management, job enrichment, event planning, and stakeholder engagement, with an emphasis on customer satisfaction, financial controls, and effective use of technology. I am an entrepreneurial and analytical person who approaches project management by proactively evaluating the competitive landscape, building relationships, and optimizing resources to find solutions that advance learning and enhance user experience. I have a transformative vision to adapt and innovate and an unwavering commitment to a culture of inclusivity, LGBTQ+ and Veteran recruiting, which aligns with my career trajectory of life-long learning and passion for leveraging and empowering teams towards opening doors for collaboration focused on a mission of excellence.
Why do I coach?
I coach because everyone, from college student, recent graduate or seasoned professional transitioning to a new job, can benefit from a coach who can share expertise and experience for developing a career search roadmap to succeed.
Work Experience
Director of Advising
Duke University
August 2024 - Present
Graduate programs in the Sanford School of Public Policy. Career Counseling, Career Development and +3 skills

Assistant Dean Graduate Career Services
USC Marshall Sch of Business
January 2016 - January 2024
Problem Solving, Communication and +15 skills

Associate Dean Olin Business School
Washington University in St. Louis
December 2008 - December 2015
Undergraduate and Graduate Masters, MBA Business Programs Problem Solving, Student Success and +15 skills

Adjunct Faculty
Indiana University SPEA
August 2002 - December 2008
Taught classes in Healthcare Marketing, Introduction to Marketing and Contingency Planning and Emergency Management (DHS CERT Trainer) University Lecturing, Academic Advising and +4 skills
Director Career Education
Indiana University
August 2000 - December 2008
Communication, Student Success and +12 skills

Commander, Medical Service Corps (Retired)
United States Navy
August 1982 - October 2002
Proudly served in the US Navy for 20 years, working alongside medical and healthcare professionals, serving Navy and Marine Corps personnel, afloat and on land. Specialized in healthcare management, human resources and operational medical support.
Education

Washington University in St. Louis
MHA, Health Administration, Health Care Management
1980 - 1982
Alfred University
BA, Political Science
1976 - 1980
Activities and societies: Alpha Phi Omega, Life Member
23 Reviews
Overall Rating
5.0
Mark has helped clients get into these companies: