Mark Sparks
About Mark Sparks
Mark Sparks is a Manager at Maximus with a background in program and project management.
Current Roles at Maximus and Pershing Castle LLC
Mark Sparks is currently a Manager at Maximus, a position he has held since 2020. While managing responsibilities at Maximus, he also serves as the Managing Principal at Pershing Castle LLC, beginning this role in 2017. His dual roles in different organizations highlight his versatility and capability to handle multiple leadership positions simultaneously.
Previous Experience at Waddell & Reed and Optiv Inc
Before joining Maximus, Mark Sparks served as a Director at Waddell & Reed from 2018 to 2020. Prior to that, he was the Director of the Program Management Office at Optiv Inc (formerly FishNet Security) from 2014 to 2017, where he contributed to key management projects in Overland Park, KS.
Role at Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Mark Sparks worked as an Assistant Vice President at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York from 2009 to 2014. During his five-year tenure in the Greater New York City Area, he played a crucial role in various financial and operational projects within the bank, leveraging his expertise in program and project management.
Early Career at Tshibanda & Associates
From 2005 to 2009, Mark Sparks was a Senior Manager in Management Consulting at Tshibanda & Associates in the Kansas City, Missouri Area. His role focused on improving client operations through effective technology and process enhancements, setting a solid foundation for his future leadership roles.
Educational Background
Mark Sparks earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Computer Information Systems from the University of Central Missouri. His educational background equips him with a blend of financial acumen and technical knowledge.