Mark A. Sargent
About Mark A. Sargent
Mark A. Sargent serves as the Vice President of Marketing and Vertical Chief of Technology at Academic Partnerships, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in digital product management and transformation, having held various leadership roles in notable organizations such as Penn Foster Group, IBM, and Monster Worldwide.
Current Role at Academic Partnerships
Mark A. Sargent serves as Vice President, Marketing & Vertical Chief, Technology at Academic Partnerships since 2020. In this role, he focuses on driving marketing strategies and overseeing technology initiatives. His position involves leveraging his extensive experience in digital transformation and product management to enhance the organization's offerings and improve customer engagement.
Previous Experience at Penn Foster Group
Prior to his current role, Sargent worked at Penn Foster Group as Vice President, Digital Product from 2013 to 2020. During his tenure, he was responsible for leading digital product initiatives and implementing strategies that aligned with the company's goals in the Greater Boston Area.
Background in Digital Content at Edutopia
Sargent held the position of Director, Digital Content at Edutopia - The George Lucas Educational Foundation from 1999 to 2003. His work involved developing digital content strategies that supported educational initiatives in the San Francisco Bay Area. He also served as Director of Communications at Edutopia from 1997 to 1999.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Mark A. Sargent earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Dartmouth College. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration from Babson F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business and a Master of Education from Harvard University Graduate School of Education. His academic background supports his expertise in marketing and technology.
Expertise in Product Management and Digital Transformation
Sargent possesses extensive experience in product management, digital transformation, and go-to-market strategy. He is a certified SCRUM product owner and has a strong background in user experience, analytics, and project management. His skills include market analysis, competitive analysis, and partnership development, which have contributed to his success in building high-impact digital products.