Marcus D.
About Marcus D.
Marcus D. is a Senior Solutions Engineer based in Sydney, Australia, with extensive experience in serving non-profits and associations across Australia and the APAC region. He has held various roles in the technology sector, including positions at Dell Software Group, Community Brands, and Higher Logic, and has an MBA from Tulane University.
Current Role at Acquia
Marcus D. has been serving as a Senior Solutions Engineer at Acquia since 2021. In this role, he manages a multi-million dollar portfolio of projects, overseeing the entire lifecycle from initial sales to contract negotiation, solution design, implementation, delivery, and ongoing account management. His experience in this position is based in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
Previous Experience at Community Brands
Before joining Acquia, Marcus D. worked at Community Brands as a Regional Director and Client Success Manager from 2013 to 2018. Based in Sydney, Australia, he was responsible for managing client relationships and ensuring successful project outcomes. His role involved leading teams and coordinating efforts to meet client needs effectively.
Background in Consulting and Business Analysis
Marcus D. has extensive experience in consulting, having led multiple consulting teams during his MBA program at Tulane University. He also ran a small consulting business focused on start-up feasibility, where he created investor-targeted financial models and developed go-to-market strategies. Prior to this, he worked as a Business Analyst at Dell Software Group from 2005 to 2013, contributing to various projects before the company was acquired by Quest Software.
Education and Academic Achievements
Marcus D. studied at McNeese State University from 2000 to 2005, where he focused on Economics, Marketing, and Spanish, achieving a degree in Finance. He furthered his education at Tulane University's A.B. Freeman School of Business, earning an MBA with a concentration in Finance and Strategy from 2010 to 2013. His academic background supports his expertise in business and finance.
Experience in Non-Profit Sector
Throughout his career, Marcus D. has served non-profits and associations in Australia and the APAC region, both as an AMS vendor and consultant. This experience highlights his ability to address the unique challenges faced by non-profit organizations and his commitment to supporting their operational needs.