Mark T. Edmead MBA, RODP
Organizational Development Consultant and Trainer
P.O. Box 2487
Escondido,CA 92033
(760) 489-2721
(760)809-4947 (Mobile)
E-mail: mark@mteadvisors.com
Mr. Edmead obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, a Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA), and is currently pursuing a PhD degree in business management and organizational leadership. Mark became a successful technology entrepreneur and a finalist in the Ernst & Young’s “Entrepreneur of the Year” award in 1988. He is a sought-after author and instructor on organizational development, leadership, change management, and how companies can meet their strategic objectives. He has presented in Dubai, Kuwait, Amsterdam, Japan, China, Singapore, and across the United States. Mark is dedicated to the empowerment others to achieve their best. He knows what it takes to overcome challenges, and he is dedicated to helping others tap their unlimited potential.
Mark has developed and delivered courses for the SANS Institute, MIS Institute and the University of California San Diego, and currently a trainer at the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), Technology Training Corporation, Professional Development Academy (www.professionaldevelopmentacademy.com) and Learning Tree International. He is also an adjunct professor at Keller Graduate School of Management. Since 2000 Mark has been delivering custom presentations within various organizations. Topics include: “Cross-Cultural Communication”, “Business Problem Solving”, Effective Presentations”, and “Fostering Creativity and Innovation”. Mark is a master trainer, facilitator, and storyteller and has a very energetic and entertaining style that keeps audiences attention from start to finish. Mark is a certified facilitator, and is a member of the National Speakers Association, the Organization Development Institute, the Organization Development Network, and the American Society for Training & Development (ASTD).
Mr. Edmead is fluent in Spanish and conversational in French, Italian, and Portuguese. International assignments include United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Switzerland, Germany and Scotland.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Mark’s list of teaching and consulting topics includes: Organizational Development, Communication Skills, Effective Leadership, Change Management, Self-motivation and Empowerment, and Teamwork and Leadership.
EDUCATION
University of Phoenix, San Diego, California. Doctor of Business Management – Organizational Leadership Candidate (2009)
University of Phoenix, San Diego, California. Masters Business Administration (2006)
University of Phoenix, San Diego, California. Bachelor of Science Information Technology (2004)
Northeastern University, Boston, Massachusetts. BSEE Track (1978-1982)
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Middle East Training
2007-2008
Developed and delivered training to the Institute of Banking Studies (IBS) in Kuwait and for Kavaq International in Dubai, UAE.
Professional Development Academy, San Diego, CA
January 2008 to Present – Part Time
Teaching a variety of business development courses including: Business communications, Cultural awareness, Enhancing employee performance, managing employee performance, Teamwork, Motivation and coaching, Strategic planning, and Ethics in leadership.
Keller Graduate School of Management, Online
May 2006 to Present – Part Time
Teaching several online graduate courses in management and information technology.
Learning Tree International, Reston Virginia
September 1988 to Present – Part Time
Teaching a variety of technology and management/leadership courses technology classes since 1988.
Institute of Internal Auditors, Orlando, Florida
May 2006 to Present – As needed
Teaching a variety of internal audit and technology courses since 2005.
Custom Courses Delivered within Organizations
University of California San Diego, La Jolla California
Taught technology extension courses from 1986 to 1995.