Marc Powell
About Marc Powell
Marc Powell serves as the Director of Change and Communications at Spencer Stuart, where he has worked since 2016. He has a background in technology management and communications, with extensive experience in driving technology adoption within the organization.
Work at Spencer Stuart
Marc Powell has been with Spencer Stuart since 2000, holding various roles over the years. He currently serves as the Director of Change and Communications, a position he has held since 2016 in the Greater Chicago Area. Prior to this role, he worked as Service Desk Director from 2012 to 2016 and as Service Desk Senior Manager from 2008 to 2012. His earlier positions include Service Desk Manager, System Operations Specialist, and Senior Technical Support Engineer. Throughout his tenure, he has contributed to significant technology initiatives and managed teams focused on technology adoption.
Education and Expertise
Marc Powell studied at Mid Kent College, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from 1997 to 2000. His educational background provides a foundation for his expertise in managing change and communications within a corporate environment. His extensive experience in technology support and management roles at Spencer Stuart further enhances his capability in driving technology adoption and training initiatives.
Background
Marc Powell began his career at Spencer Stuart as a Service Desk Technician in London from 2000 to 2002. He progressed through various technical support roles, including Senior Technical Support Engineer and System Operations Specialist, before moving to managerial positions. His experience spans over two decades in the technology and communications sectors, with a strong focus on enhancing operational efficiency and user adoption of new technologies.
Achievements in Technology Adoption
In his current role, Marc Powell leads the deployment of various technology solutions, including Box cloud storage, BlueJeans video conferencing, Windows 10, and Office 365. He manages Spencer Stuart's technology adoption network, which consists of executives dedicated to promoting technology adoption across different regions. Additionally, he is responsible for creating 'change agent' networks to facilitate the adoption of new technologies and processes following implementation.
Training and Communication Initiatives
Marc Powell is actively involved in writing firm-wide communications and conducting training sessions for technology adoption. He delivers both virtual and in-person training to ensure that employees are equipped to utilize new technologies effectively. His efforts in communication and training are aimed at enhancing the overall user experience and ensuring successful implementation of technological changes within the organization.