Mark Goldston
About Mark Goldston
Mark Goldston is a seasoned executive and entrepreneur, known for his roles as Executive Chairman of The Goldston Group and co-founder of several firms including Athletic Propulsion Labs, LLC.
Executive Chairman of The Goldston Group
Mark Goldston serves as the Executive Chairman of The Goldston Group, a strategic advisory and venture capital firm he founded in November 2013. The firm focuses on providing high-level strategic guidance and investment capital. Goldston leverages his extensive experience in corporate management and strategic planning to help companies achieve growth and operational excellence.
Co-Founder of Athletic Propulsion Labs
Since March 2009, Mark Goldston has been the Co-Founder and General Partner of Athletic Propulsion Labs, LLC. This company specializes in luxury performance athletic footwear. The brand is known for its innovative design and cutting-edge technology aimed at enhancing athletic performance.
Corporate Leadership Roles
From 1985 to 2013, Mark Goldston has held significant leadership roles, including Chairman, CEO, or President, at various corporations and startups. He took two different companies public and managed four distinct public companies, significantly contributing to their growth and success. His tenure includes leading companies such as Revlon, Faberge/Elizabeth Arden, Reebok, LA Gear, Einstein Noah Bagel Corp., NetZero, and United Online.
Educational Background and Advisory Roles
Mark Goldston holds a Master of Management (MBA) from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) from The Ohio State University. He has been a Life Member of the Kellogg School of Management Global Advisory Board since 1987 and a member of The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business Dean's Advisory Council since 1992. His involvement emphasizes his commitment to educational excellence and business leadership.
Authorship and Patents
Mark Goldston is the author of 'The Turnaround Prescription-Repositioning Troubled Companies,' a book that focuses on strategies for corporate turnarounds. He also holds 112 U.S. and foreign patents, featuring thousands of inventive claims, showcasing his innovation and expertise in various fields.