Prior to joining the Port of Newport in August of 2019, Mark spent 3 years as the Financial Services Manager for the Department of Environmental Quality.  As the Financial Services Manager his responsibilities included accounting, budget, procurement (contracts), travel, bonds, federal grant management, cash management, and payroll.  Prior to DEQ, Mark worked at the Oregon Health Authority and the University of Oregon where his responsibilities included budget, contract administration, providing management and executives with the analysis and information they need to make major operational, financial, and strategic decisions.  Mark also has over 15 years in the private sector, in operational, sales, and administrative roles.