Mark Dennard
About Mark Dennard
Mark Dennard is the Director of User Experience at System Initiative, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in user experience and product management, having held various roles at companies such as Chef Software, SCIenergy, and Razorfish.
Current Role at System Initiative
Mark Dennard serves as the Director of User Experience at System Initiative, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he leads user experience practices, focusing on innovative design strategies that enhance product usability and customer satisfaction. His leadership emphasizes collaboration across various disciplines to ensure effective product delivery.
Previous Experience at Chef Software
Prior to his current role, Mark Dennard worked at Chef Software as the User Experience Practice Lead from 2014 to 2022. During his tenure, he contributed to the development of user-centered design practices and fostered a collaborative environment to enhance product offerings. His experience at Chef Software spanned eight years, during which he focused on integrating design and usability with technical knowledge.
Professional Background in User Experience
Mark Dennard has a diverse background in user experience and product management. He held the position of Director of Product Management & Customer Experience at SCIenergy, Inc. for ten months in 2011-2012. He also worked as an Associate Experience Director at Razorfish for four months in 2011 and as a User Experience Designer at Hexis Cyber Solutions, Inc. from 2012 to 2014. His career includes significant roles that emphasize the importance of translating user needs into effective design strategies.
Education and Academic Background
Mark Dennard studied at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he earned a Master of Science in Information Design & Technology from 1997 to 1999. He also completed a Bachelor of Science in Architecture at Georgia Tech from 1992 to 1996. His educational background provides a strong foundation in design principles and technical knowledge, which he applies in his professional roles.
Experience at MaxMedia and IBM Global Services
Mark Dennard worked at MaxMedia in various capacities, including Senior Information Architect at IBM Global Services from 1999 to 2010 for eleven years and Director of UX Design from 2010 to 2011 for one year. His work at MaxMedia involved creating innovative design solutions and enhancing user experiences across digital platforms.