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Mark D. Livingston Education 1980 Bowling Green State University BA Concentration: Psychology 1983 Bowling Green State University MBA Concentration: Organizational Development Certifications and Honorary Designations SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources) ACCC (Associate Certified Career Coach) Years in Practice Professional practice: 21 years Independent: 12 years Relevant Previous Business Experience: Strategic Point of View 1996-2000 Workforce Consulting Group 2002-2004 Publications Improving Workforce Quality and Productivity with the Employer of Choice® Strategy (White Paper) Speciality Mark is skilled in all phases of process consulting, continuous improvement, change management, instructional design, competency-based training, performance management, and project management. Mark has been employed with three Fortune 100 companies, including Cummins Engine Company, Weyerhaeuser Paper Company, and Wyeth Pharmaceuticals in a variety of human resource, training, and organization development roles at the manager and director levels. In addition, Mark has started and operated two business consulting practices. He increased annual sales revenue 20-fold for another consulting firm within a space of five years. Mark has worked with 40 organizations as an external consultant on a variety of business development, organizational development, and performance improvement projects. Mark is known for his ability to: Resolve bottlenecks preventing personal and business growth for entrepreneurs and leadership/management teams. Assess and implement strategies and solutions to increase the productivity, commitment, and retention of top performing talent. Redesign workflows and jobs to incorporate multi-skill, skill-based pay, and career progression systems. Build high-performing, Employer of Choice® organizations which deliver superior results for customers, employees, and investors. Awards 2004 Joe A. Callaway Award for Civic Courage from the Shafeek Nader Trust for the Community Interest.