VMEC

Mark has spent his entire civilian career in manufacturing. After serving in the U.S. Navy as a Gas Turbine Engineer, he worked for a rolled aluminum products company for over 15 years. He received his Six Sigma Black Belt training while working in Maintenance and Engineering. After earning his MBA, he brought his continuous improvement mindset to Operations, working as Supply Chain Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager, and Plant Manager. During that time, the company shifted to a Lean operating model, which Mark fully embraced. Mentoring and developing new leaders are Mark’s bailiwick. He is happiest when a member of his team successfully takes over his, or another, leadership role.

Born and raised a New Englander, Mark decided to come home after the kids had graduated from college and left home to lead lives of their own. Since moving back to Vermont, he has worked in Continuous Improvement and Operations Management in the construction products and aircraft component industries. Recently, Mark started his own business consulting company, working as Project Manager for large manufacturing automation and rooftop consolidation projects.

Outside of work, Mark spends as much time as possible in the woods or on the water. He also enjoys cooking, making music and riding his motorcycle on Vermont’s back roads.