Mark Halsell
About Mark Halsell
Mark Halsell serves as the Director of Strategic Partnerships and Business Development at Dealerware, where he has worked since 2018. He has a diverse background in finance, business development, and user experience design, with previous roles at Wells Fargo, Merrill Lynch, and Netspend.
Current Role at Dealerware
Mark Halsell serves as the Director of Strategic Partnerships and Business Development at Dealerware, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he has focused on enhancing customer experience by implementing a digital, paperless process for loaner expense management. He has also contributed to the development of the Dealerware App, which streamlines the collection of customer information and payment processing. His efforts have been pivotal in aligning business decisions with data through the use of Dealerware's Integrated Reporting Suite.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Prior to his current role, Mark Halsell worked in various capacities within the financial services sector. He was a Licensed Financial Specialist at Wells Fargo from 2007 to 2010. Following this, he served as a Financial Advisor and Assistant Vice President at Merrill Lynch from 2010 to 2013. He also held the position of Senior Manager - Partnerships at WorldFirst from 2017 to 2018, where he operated across London, Sydney, and Austin.
Educational Background
Mark Halsell has a diverse educational background that includes a Bachelor of Science in Business and Psychology from Texas Wesleyan University, completed from 2005 to 2007. He furthered his studies with a Master's in Business Administration, focusing on Global Business and Marketing from St. Edward's University, achieved in 2009. Additionally, he obtained UX/UI Certification in User Experience Design from General Assembly in 2016 and completed a Product Management program at Cornell University in 2020.
Experience in Fitness and Training
In addition to his financial services career, Mark Halsell has significant experience in the fitness industry. He was a Nike Training Club Master Instructor from 2011 to 2016 and has been a Group Fitness Instructor at RIDE Indoor Cycling since 2016. He also worked as a Cycling Instructor at Pure Austin Fitness from 2013 to 2016, showcasing his commitment to health and fitness.
Skills in Data-Driven Decision Making
Mark Halsell has demonstrated strong skills in data-driven decision making throughout his career. At Dealerware, he utilized the Dealerware Dashboard to provide insights into fleet utilization and key performance indicators. His ability to align business decisions with accurate data has been instrumental in enhancing operational efficiency within the organization.