Mark Pattison

Mark Pattison is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in business development and sports. As the SVP of Business Development - Sports at Sports Illustrated, part of The Arena Group, Mark contributed to significant growth since the founding of Maven, attracting over 175 million unique visitors monthly. In addition, Mark is pursuing a remarkable personal goal to become the first NFL player to climb the Seven Summits, having successfully summited six peaks. Previously, Mark founded and led Maverick Consulting Company, focusing on brand development and e-commerce solutions, and held executive roles at Scout Media and The Pattison Group. As a former NFL player drafted by the LA Raiders, Mark continues to leverage a rich athletic background alongside a strong foundation in political science and history from the University of Washington.