Mark Lawler
About Mark Lawler
Mark Lawler serves as the VP of Engineering at Cvent, where he leads engineering efforts for a variety of event experience products. With a diverse background in technology and management, he has held significant roles at several companies, including Compli, Cambia Health Solutions, and Wolters Kluwer.
Current Role at Cvent
Mark Lawler serves as the Vice President of Engineering at Cvent, a position he has held since 2016. In this role, he leads engineering efforts for a variety of attendee event experience products, which include mobile, kiosk, web-based, and virtual solutions within the Cvent Event Cloud suite. He manages Agile sprint teams that are distributed globally, ensuring efficient product development. Additionally, he oversees the operations of the Portland, Oregon office, contributing to the strategic direction and management of the location.
Previous Experience in Technology Leadership
Before joining Cvent, Mark Lawler held several significant leadership positions in technology. He served as Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Compli for eight months in 2007 to 2008. He was the Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Cambia Health Solutions from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, he worked as Vice President of Software Development at Wolters Kluwer, Tax & Accounting US from 2013 to 2016, and as Vice President of Technology at Thomson Reuters from 2009 to 2011. His extensive background includes roles at ProSight, Inc., General Dynamics, and Symantec.
Educational Background in Computer Science
Mark Lawler studied at the University of California, Riverside, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from 1983 to 1987. This educational foundation has supported his extensive career in technology and engineering leadership.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Mark possesses a versatile skill set across various technology stacks, including Java, C#/.NET, iOS, Android, React Native, Azure, and AWS. His broad expertise in managing offshore development teams enhances the global reach and efficiency of product development. This diverse technical knowledge allows him to approach technology solutions flexibly and effectively.