Mark Katz
About Mark Katz
Mark Katz serves as the Sr. Manager of Business Operations at NWEA, bringing extensive experience in project management and business operations from previous roles at Educational Testing Service and Prudential Healthcare. He holds multiple certifications and degrees, including a Master's Certificate in Project Management from The George Washington University.
Current Role at NWEA
Mark Katz serves as the Senior Manager of Business Operations at NWEA, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for deploying innovative business solutions and establishing best practices within the State division. His expertise includes managing client, contract, and vendor relationships, as well as communicating effectively with senior management and stakeholders. Katz utilizes various tools such as MS Office, MS Project, Jira, Visio, and Power BI to enhance business operations management.
Previous Experience at Educational Testing Service (ETS)
Mark Katz has extensive experience at Educational Testing Service (ETS), where he held multiple positions over several years. He served as Director of Product Development from 2012 to 2017, and prior to that, he worked as Senior Project Manager, Senior Product Manager Lead, Associate Director of Product Operations Management, and Project Manager. His tenure at ETS spanned from 2004 to 2019, during which he contributed to various projects and initiatives in Princeton, NJ.
Work History at Prudential Healthcare
Mark Katz worked at Prudential Healthcare in various managerial roles from 1994 to 2000. His positions included Manager of Provider Compliance, Manager of Underwriting Technology, and Manager of Application Development and Technology for Pharmacy Services. His experience at Prudential Healthcare provided him with a solid foundation in compliance and technology management within the healthcare sector.
Educational Background and Certifications
Mark Katz holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick. He has furthered his education with a Mini-MBA in Business Essentials from Rutgers University - Newark. Additionally, he has achieved a Master's Certificate in Project Management from The George Washington University - School of Business. Katz has also obtained certifications in Agile Project Management from Scrum.org and Dale Carnegie Leadership Training.
Skills and Expertise
Mark Katz possesses a strong ability to manage ambiguity while maintaining a comprehensive vision of projects. He is adept at using various business management tools, including MS Office, MS Project, Jira, Visio, and Power BI. His expertise lies in deploying innovative business solutions and establishing best practices, particularly within the educational sector. Katz is recognized for his effective communication skills with senior management and stakeholders across various levels.