Mark Hays, IOM, currently serves as a Business Development Executive at the Financial Times, a position held since September 2024. Prior to this role, Mark worked at SizeUp as the Director of Business Development from September 2013 to September 2024, focusing on supporting small businesses through collaborations with various organizations. Additionally, during their time at SizeUp, Mark held the title of Director of Sales for the Local Business Intelligence tool designed for Chambers of Commerce and Economic Development Organizations. Mark began their career as an Events Coordinator at the Clarksville Montgomery County Economic Development Council from September 2009 to September 2013, where responsibilities included event coordination and membership assistance. Mark holds two Bachelor's degrees in Business Administration and Marketing from Austin Peay State University, earned between 2005 and 2009.