Mark Oikawa

Mark Oikawa, MBA, SPHR, currently serves as the Human Resources Operations Manager for Snohomish County, WA, overseeing the People & Development group, which encompasses recruitment, talent development, classification and compensation, and performance management. Prior to this role, Mark was the HR Manager - Talent at King County Library System, managing Employment and Learning & Development teams for over 1,000 employees. Mark has held various leadership positions in training and customer support at Valant and Yahoo, demonstrating expertise in managing training programs, developing policies, and enhancing employee learning experiences. Mark's educational background includes an MBA with a concentration in Management, a Master of Educational Technology, and a Bachelor's degree in Spanish and Latin American Studies, alongside multiple relevant certifications.