Technology Strategy at Clearwire
Portland, Oregon Area
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- Senior Director, Technology Strategy at Clearwire
- Partner at Social Venture Partners
- Principal at Angel Oregon, LLC
- Member, Board of Directors at GMD
- Past
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- Principal Consultant, Acting CEO at Helius Medical Technologies
- VP Sales & Marketing at Lantasm Networks, Inc.
- Executive Director, Wireless (contract) at RuleSpace
- Senior Director, Field Marketing at Calix
- Director of Business Development at AT&T Wireless
- Vice President, Business Development at Simpler Networks
- Member, Board of Directors at DSL Forum
- Director of Technology (acting CTO) at NorthPoint Communications
- Senior Manager, Broadband at Intel
- Regional Manager at AT&T
- Regional Manager at Paradyne
- Regional Manager at Microware Distributors (Synnex Corporation)
- Education
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- Portland State University
- Hope International University
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Mark Peden’s Summary
Dynamic, accomplished sales and business development strategist with a 14+ year record of significant achievements and demonstrated success in the communications industry. Skilled at driving company visibility, revenues and team performance. Tenacious in creating new business, securing customer loyalty and forging strong relationships with external business partners.
At Clearwire, Mark's unique role within the company's Advanced Strategy Organization leverages his domain expertise in wireless broadband, packet video, mobile and IP communications to create significant value in revenue generation, business development, strategic partnerships and product marketing.
Mark's passion stems from his success in launching technology companies, products and services in North America, Europe and Asia. His leadership in wireless and wireline telecoms, next generation mobile networks, IPTV and Fixed-to-Mobile Convergence (FMC), have been highly recognized. While leading Intel's broadband initiative within Intel Architecture Labs, Mark provided due diligence for Intel Capital investments in broadband. This resulted in joining and spearheading the launch of Intel-funded start-up NorthPoint Communications.
After a strong IPO and subsequent merger announcement between NorthPoint and Verizon, joined Montreal start-up Simpler Networks. Following the successful launch of the company in the carrier market, Mark joined AT&T Wireless (later Cingular, now AT&T) to lead the re-introduction of their data services offering (mMode).
In 2004 selected as one of the 40 most successful in the State of Oregon under the age of 40 by the Business Journal. Having lived and worked overseas, Mark has been instrumental in bringing two companies public and taking three international.
Mark is an adjunct faculty member of Portland State University in Portland, OR and Clark College in Vancouver. He is member emeritus of the Board of Directors for the DSL Forum and the W3C Mobile Web Initiative.
Mark Peden’s Specialties:
Technology sales, marketing, business development, strategic partnerships, project management, international launch, contract negotiation, field marketing, product and company launch, product marketing, IP networks, IP-based voice/video products & services, wireless (802.1x), WiFi, WiMAX, VoIP, softswitching, advanced IP voice/video telecom services, , broadband access, xDSL, SONET/SDH, cable, DLC/remotes. Direct work experience in US, Canada, Europe and Asia.
Mark Peden’s Experience
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Senior Director, Technology Strategy
Clearwire
(Telecommunications industry)
May 2008 — Present (1 year 7 months)
Clearwire has secured significant spectrum assets (and the necessary capital) to aggressively deploy WiMAX services throughout the US, starting with January’s launch of service in Portland, Oregon. Our international spectrum will also facilitate our working with partners outside of North America to introduce WiMAX services globally. Working in the company’s technology office (led by Scott Richardson, Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer), Mark is a member of a small team in Portland, Oregon, responsible for devices. Mark commutes to the company's HQs in Kirkland, Washington several times per month.
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Partner
Social Venture Partners
(Non-Profit; 51-200 employees; Non-Profit Organization Management industry)
January 2005 — Present (4 years 11 months)
Social Venture Partners is an international network of accomplished individuals who combine the power of business with the passion of philanthropy. We bring our collective expertise and resources to promising nonprofits, collaborating with them to impact communities. SVP Portland are engaged citizens committed to achieving measurable social change in the four county area surrounding Portland, Oregon. Our partner teams give time, money, and expertise to strengthen innovative non-profit organizations and develop strategic solutions to community problems. Together, we make a lasting impact while enriching our own lives.
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Principal
Angel Oregon, LLC
(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Fund-Raising industry)
September 2004 — Present (5 years 3 months)
Angel Oregon looks at opportunities with good growth and profit potential, with a clear exit strategy. Early stage deals are preferred. Companies should be seeking capital within the range of $250,000 to $2,000,000. As an active angel investor and Principal with AO, Mark is one of the region's most successful high-tech entrepreneurs. Named one of the 40 most successful individuals in the State of Oregon by Oregon Business magazine, he has received numerous industry awards and recognition. He was instrumental in buildng one of the fastest growing communications companies in North America. He now brings his vision, thought leadership and entrepreneurial talent to aggressive growth companies seeking early stage funding within the Pacific Northwest.
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Member, Board of Directors
GMD
(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Information Services industry)
May 1998 — Present (11 years 7 months)
Gospel Ministries for the Deaf (GMD) was established in 1971 under the direction of Bill Erickson, currently GMD's Executive Director is Dr. C. William Pyne. Since GMD was founded, the ministry to the deaf as expanded tremendously. GMD has developed the Salem Deaf Fellowship, Northwest Christian Camp for the Deaf., published and distributed Patterned Language, and is developing an extensive computerized education program . On the web at http://www.gmdeaf.org/
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Principal Consultant, Acting CEO
Helius Medical Technologies
(Medical Devices industry)
August 2006 — May 2008 (1 year 10 months)
Principal driver behind company staging, launch and execution including strategic plan creation, raising inital funding, partnership and market development. Company has been awarded patents, completed product certifications, received key industry endorsements and is now well positioned for successful launch of it's family of products that provide a safer, cleaner and more cost-effective means of sharps and needle disposal.
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VP Sales & Marketing
Lantasm Networks, Inc.
(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Computer Software industry)
January 2005 — April 2007 (2 years 4 months)
Early stage manufacturer of commercial video display technology. Responsible for building & maintaining senior level relationships with customers and channel partners. Develop and execute sales strategies and business plans to drive growth and achieve corporate objectives. Create sales forecasts and champion lead sales opportunities. Maintain and communicate knowledge of competitive landscape. Train and motivate partners for effective promotion of Lantasm product offering. Support channel partners on larger sales opportunities. Create and execute plan on new product introduction and sales initiatives. Own overall marketing plan for creating significant visibility for Lantasm products.
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Executive Director, Wireless (contract)
RuleSpace
(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Telecommunications industry)
May 2005 — September 2005 (5 months)
Responsible for leading the launch of the mobile division for RuleSpace, the world leader in online content categorization (enabling parental controls for the Internet and mobile web). Mark's functions included business development, field marketing and contract negotiation, working directly with key decision makers at the leading mobile operators in North America, Europe and Asia.
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Senior Director, Field Marketing
Calix
(Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Telecommunications industry)
2004 — 2004 (less than a year)
The world leader in IPTV deployments, Mark was responsible for leading CalixCompatible (partner program) and key to the company's field marketing and business development efforts in the telecommunications space. Program manager for the company launch at SUPERCOMM 2004, resulted in recognition by IEC and SUPERCOMM management with the best of show award.
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Director of Business Development
AT&T Wireless
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; Telecommunications industry)
2003 — 2003 (less than a year)
Led a team responsible for the re-introduction of AT&T Wireless' data service offering (mMode).
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Vice President, Business Development
Simpler Networks
(Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Telecommunications industry)
2001 — 2003 (2 years )
Responsible for the company's business development and field marketing efforts in the wireless and wireline carrier space. Maintained seat on the Board of Directors for the DSL Forum during this time. Led partnership and sales efforts in Europe, Asia and North America.
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Member, Board of Directors
DSL Forum
(Non-Profit; 11-50 employees; Telecommunications industry)
March 1998 — March 2002 (4 years 1 month)
The goal of the DSL Forum is mass market DSL in every region of the world; with 500 million subscribers by 2010. It's mission is to develop technical specifications and marketing materials that enable the promotion, delivery and support of profitable broadband products and services. During his tenure on thee Board, Mark spearheaded the initial work on interoperability and subsequently chaired the interop subcommittee (G7). Mark also served as an Ambassador for the organization, speaking at numerous trade shows and industry events.
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Director of Technology (acting CTO)
NorthPoint Communications
(Public Company; 1001-5000 employees; Telecommunications industry)
June 1999 — 2001 (2 years )
Responsible for NorthPoint's technology roadmap, interface to vendors and the company's involvement in various industry, regulatory and standards efforts (i.e., DSL Forum, BCD Forum, FCC, T1E1.4, ITU-T, etc.), involvement in joint partnership with VersaTel in Europe led to a temporary assignment in Amsterdam.
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Senior Manager, Broadband
Intel
(Public Company; Information Technology and Services industry)
1996 — 1999 (3 years )
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Regional Manager
AT&T
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; T; Telecommunications industry)
1993 — 1996 (3 years )
As the regional manager for the Western US, Mark was responsible for working with telecom service providers and Fortune 500 companies within the region while developing a reseller channel for the coompanies wide area networking (WAN) equipment. The group was later spun off and became Lucent Technologies. Lucent sold off the division which later was split into two companies, Paradyne and the other Globespan.
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Regional Manager
Paradyne
(Telecommunications industry)
1993 — 1996 (3 years )
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Regional Manager
Microware Distributors (Synnex Corporation)
(Privately Held; 201-500 employees; Computer Networking industry)
1990 — 1993 (3 years )
Based in Beaverton, OR, responsible for sales in the Midwest region for this $350m National Distributor focused on data networking products. Sold exclusively to resellers. Prior to its acquisition by Compac Micro (now Synnex), Microware was the largest Novell distributor in the US.
• Responsible for Regional sales for Midwest (5-state region).
• Cross-functional management responsibilities for 32 employees and 38,000 sq ft facility in Eden Prairie, MN, boosting annual sales and profits by 32% and 28%.
• Novell, Informix, SCO UNIX, Acer, Wyse, Multi-Tech, Digi, HP and Seagate were among the leading vendors represented.
• Upon acquisition by Compac/Synnex, selected by management to faciliate the transition of product and VAR-base with the move to Freemont, CA. Commuted for one year while leading Synnex' government and data networking sales activity through their national sales organization (including cross-functional leadership of 41 sales people).
Mark Peden’s Education
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Portland State University
B.S., B.A. , Information Systems, Quantitative Analysis , September 1987 — January 1992
Worked for the Tandy Corporation (now Radio Shack) specializing in the sales of small business and personal computer systems while attending college full-time.
- Activities and Societies:
- Honor Society, Student Government, Karate Club; conversant in four languages and fluent in American Sign Language.
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Hope International University
Music, Business 1985 — 1987
Hope International, formerly Pacific Christian College, supports joint enrollment with California State University at Fullerton (physically located across the street). This allowed me to enroll in classes and participate in CSUF baseball while attending HIU.
- Activities and Societies:
- Student council, baseball, drama, debate team, madrigals, martial arts.
Additional Information
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Mark Peden’s Interests:
broadband communications, triathalons, white water rafting, martial arts, sign language, downhill skiing, <a href="http://technorati.com/claim/mwve4zih49" rel="me">Technorati Profile</a>
Mark Peden’s Groups:
DSL Forum, Member Emeritus, Board of Directors, 1998-2002; IEEE ComSoc; Network Professionals Association (NPA); Member, Angel Oregon Board of Directors; American Marketing Association (AMA); Oregon Entrepreneur Forum (OEF); Active 20-30; Association for Computing Machinery (ACM); Information Systems Security Association (ISSA); World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), Mobile Web Initiative (MWI); Social Venture Partners (SVP); TopLinked.com
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Mark Peden’s Honors:
Contributing Author, DSL For Dummies, Second Edition; Oregon Business Magazine, 40-Under-40 Award (the 40 most successful in Oregon under the age of 40), 2004; Popular Science Magazine, featured on front cover for pioneer in hottest new technology (DSL)
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