Mark Tichgelaar is Owner and President of Stratinum, Inc and TAB Coach/Facilitator in the Rockford Illinois Stateline area. Has over 35 years professional experience helping several Fortune 500 companies while holding key leadership roles in marketing, product management, and commercial disciplines. Mark has been intricately involved in strategic planning at the divisional and corporate levels.
He is a dynamic, passionate executive leader that drives sustained growth and competitive advantages with a blend of technical understanding and business acumen. Having led diverse global teams both in direct functional and matrixed organizations, he is known for innovative ideas and delivering results.
Mark has a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering Technology coupled with an MBA and master’s degree in Project Management from Keller Graduate School of Management. Mark also has continuing education certificates from University of Wisconsin-Madison (Product Management Series), Indiana University Kelley School of Business (Business Leadership/Strategic Planning) and Yale School of Management (Leading and Managing Globally).
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