Mark Klages
About Mark Klages
Mark Klages is an Enterprise Account Executive with extensive experience in accounts payable automation and vendor payment solutions. He has held various sales positions in notable companies and has actively participated in speaking engagements and webinars focused on best practices in the industry.
Work at Optima ECM Consulting
Mark Klages currently holds the position of Enterprise Account Executive at Optima ECM Consulting, where he has been employed since 2023. His role involves managing enterprise accounts and driving sales initiatives within the organization. The position is remote, allowing him to operate from the Austin, Texas area.
Previous Experience in Sales and Account Management
Prior to his current role, Mark Klages worked at several companies in sales and account management positions. He served as a Senior Sales Executive at Medius from 2021 to 2022, focusing on spend management solutions, including AP automation and supplier payments. He also held the role of Senior Account Executive at ICM Document Solutions from 2017 to 2018, and worked as an Enterprise Account Executive at Hyland Software from 2013 to 2015. His experience includes significant roles at Comdata and DocuWare Corporation, where he specialized in AP automation and document management solutions.
Education and Expertise
Mark Klages studied at Alliant International University-San Diego Campus, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on International Business. His educational background supports his expertise in sales and account management, particularly in the fields of accounts payable automation and supplier payment solutions.
Speaking Engagements and Industry Contributions
Mark Klages has actively contributed to the industry through various speaking engagements. He participated as a Lunch & Learn Speaker at the Texas CPA Society in Houston in September 2019, discussing best practices in AP automation. He also spoke at the Texas CPA Society CPE Expo in Austin in August 2020, covering vendor payments. Additionally, he delivered a webinar for the Texas CFMA in April 2020 titled 'Demystifying Vendor Payments' and presented on best practices in AP automation and supplier payments at the Texas CPA Society in October 2022.
Professional Development Activities
Throughout his career, Mark Klages has engaged in various professional development activities. He co-presented a virtual booth at TASBO in April 2021, focusing on eliminating paper checks and monetizing vendor payments. He has also participated in multiple Lunch & Learn sessions, sharing insights on AP automation with industry professionals.