Mark (Uncle Bear) Laothavornwong
About Mark (Uncle Bear) Laothavornwong
Mark Laothavornwong, known as Uncle Bear, serves as the Talent Lead APAC at AppsFlyer, where he specializes in talent acquisition and employer branding. With a diverse background in recruitment and career coaching, he has authored a best-selling career self-help book and produced various HR-focused media content.
Work at AppsFlyer
Mark Laothavornwong serves as the Talent Lead APAC at AppsFlyer, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he develops innovative sourcing strategies and leads sourcing projects across the APAC region. He is also part of the global employer branding task force, focusing on creating Employee Value Propositions (EVP) and implementing recruitment marketing initiatives. Mark actively uses data from analytic tools and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to enhance talent acquisition decisions and processes. He acts as a change driver to improve talent acquisition processes, including initiatives related to internal audits and diversity & inclusion hiring.
Education and Expertise
Mark Laothavornwong holds a Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) from City University of Seattle. He also earned his Bachelor's degree from Mahidol University International College (MUIC). His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in talent acquisition and employer branding. Mark has extensive experience in the HR field, having worked in various roles that encompass recruitment, consulting, and career coaching.
Background
Mark Laothavornwong began his career in recruitment as a Recruitment Consultant at Robert Walters in Tokyo, Japan, in 2012. He has held various positions in different organizations, including roles at Ammarkable, Remarkable Academy, and CareerBolt. His experience spans across multiple sectors, including manufacturing, engineering, and HR consulting. Mark has also been involved in content creation as an HR content writer, YouTuber, and podcaster, sharing insights into the HR industry.
Achievements
In 2016, Mark published a best-selling career self-help book that was distributed throughout Thailand. He founded a career consultancy in 2014 aimed at helping job seekers secure suitable employment. Mark has also successfully pivoted an HR tech startup to a strategic talent acquisition and employer branding consultancy within nine months. His contributions to the HR field include producing videos and podcasts that offer free insights and tips for improving HR strategies.