Mark Feathers
About Mark Feathers
Mark Feathers serves as the Vice President of EMEA Marketing at QAD, where he has worked since 2007. He has extensive experience in marketing, having previously held positions at Epicor Software and Strategix Software Limited, and has a strong educational background in geography and inventory management.
Current Role at QAD
Mark Feathers serves as the Vice President of EMEA Marketing at QAD, a position he has held since 2007. He is based in Birmingham, United Kingdom. In this role, he is responsible for the localization and development of new marketing collateral, which includes print, video, and social media content tailored for the EMEA region. He also manages partner liaison for all European distribution, solution, and technology partners, ensuring effective collaboration and communication.
Previous Experience at Epicor Software
Before joining QAD, Mark Feathers worked at Epicor Software as the Marketing Manager for Australia and New Zealand from 1998 to 2004. During his six years in Sydney, Australia, he focused on developing marketing strategies and initiatives that catered to the regional market, enhancing the company's presence in the region.
Experience at Strategix Software Limited
Mark Feathers was employed at Strategix Software Limited as the Marketing Manager from 2004 to 2007. His three-year tenure in Bourne End, Buckinghamshire, involved overseeing marketing operations and contributing to the company's marketing strategies during a significant period of growth.
Education and Professional Development
Mark Feathers has pursued extensive education in marketing and inventory control. He studied at Staffordshire University, earning a BA (Hons) in Geography from 1988 to 1991. He furthered his professional qualifications by obtaining the CPIM and CSCP certifications from the American Production and Inventory Control Society between 2013 and 2016. Additionally, he has studied at the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), enhancing his expertise in marketing practices.
Marketing Leadership and Training
In his current role at QAD, Mark Feathers develops and delivers training programs for the EMEA marketing team. These programs aim to ensure that best practices are adopted across the region, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. He also leads the regional implementation of QAD's Global Customer Reference Program in EMEA, contributing to the company's marketing effectiveness and customer engagement.