Kathy Marks (She/Her)
About Kathy Marks (She/Her)
Kathy Marks is an Account Executive for Bibliotheca in the Southeast region, where she coordinates company representation at industry trade shows. With a background in sales and a focus on literacy initiatives, she has over a decade of experience in the library sector.
Current Role at Bibliotheca
Kathy Marks holds the position of Account Executive for the Southeast region at Bibliotheca, a role she has occupied since 2021. In this capacity, she coordinates the company's representation at industry trade shows, enhancing Bibliotheca's visibility within the library sector. Kathy is responsible for managing profit and loss for two of the company's largest business lines, demonstrating her expertise in financial oversight and strategic planning.
Previous Experience in Sales and Management
Before joining Bibliotheca, Kathy Marks worked as a Sales Executive for the Southeast Territory at Brodart from 2018 to 2020. Prior to that, she served as the Strategic Sales Director for Libraries at Better World Books from 2008 to 2017. In these roles, she developed significant experience in sales strategy and client relationship management, contributing to her overall professional growth in the library services industry.
Educational Background
Kathy Marks has a diverse educational background. She earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BA) from Georgia State University. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Science (MS) in Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management from the University of West Florida, completing her studies in 2023. Additionally, she studied at Roanoke College, enhancing her foundational knowledge in business principles.
Community Involvement and Literacy Initiatives
Kathy Marks is actively involved in community service as a Core Member of the Literacy Council. She develops campaigns aimed at promoting literacy initiatives and acquiring books to raise funding for these programs. Her commitment to literacy is reflected in her professional work, where she prepares and wins Requests For Proposals for key libraries, contributing to their growth and development.
Business Development and Reporting Skills
In her current role, Kathy Marks develops new business-to-business partnerships across the academic and public library sectors. She utilizes SalesForce to run detailed reports for forecasting labor, sales goals, and accounts signed on. This analytical approach supports her strategic decision-making and enhances her effectiveness in driving business growth.