Mark launched Strong Training and Coaching in 2004 to help employees at creativity companies around the world to become the best versions of themselves.

Mark’s world-class programs are highly magnetic and results oriented…focused on providing clients with actionable tools they can use right now to improve their work performance, get to better work and maximize opportunities.

Mark spent 25 years working at boutique and global ad agencies such as Fallon and McCann in many roles ranging from EVP, Chief of Staff, Director of Business Development, Director of Account Management and Director of Learning.

Over the years, Mark has managed successful relationships with Fortune 500 clients including MasterCard, BMW, Pepsi and Starbucks.

As a coach and trainer, Mark has significant credentials from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (IPEC), Corporate CoachU and The Institute of Coaching at McLean/Harvard Medical School.

Mark is originally from Mendota Heights, Minnesota but has lived in NYC since 1999.