MARK E. BOBO
DREAMM Consulting, LLC
Pataskala,OH
21
years of professional experience
Transformational leader with over 15 years of experience in association management, public education, nonprofit leadership, and corporate finance. As Director of Communication Services & Member Relations, spearhead membership strategy, organizational communications, and leadership development for 700+ member school districts. Oversee 65% of operating budget and lead a team of 13, enhancing organizational alignment and operational effectiveness.
Work History
Director, Communication Services & Member Relations
2 Years 7 Months- Served as a strategic advisor to the Chief Executive Officer, translating organizational priorities into enterprise initiatives and measurable outcomes.
- Lead one of OSBA's largest divisions, aligning people, resources, and organizational priorities to strengthen performance and member value.
- Develop executive presentations, strategic reports, operational plans, and governance communications supporting executive leadership, the Executive Committee, and the Board of Trustees.
- Directed cross-functional planning for Capital Conference by creating a more collaborative planning model that broadened ownership and improved execution.
- Strengthened collaboration across departments, removing barriers to enhance organizational performance.
- Represented Association throughout Ohio as trusted a trusted resource on leadership development, influencing organizational strategy.
Founder/Principal Consultant
5 Years 7 Months- Provides organizational strategy and educational consulting services, focusing on instructional improvement and leadership development.
- Assists with rebranding and restructuring efforts to improve community outcomes for underserved populations.
- Leads a year-long group coaching/mentoring group for organization leaders.
- Hosts an annual intensive to wrap up the year-long coaching/mentoring initiative.
Membership Engagement Consultant
5 Years 6 Months- Directed membership retention strategies, achieving a 100% retention rate in 2020 and demonstrating excellence in member relations and community outreach.
- Executed targeted marketing campaigns that significantly improved member engagement and satisfaction.
- Evaluated program effectiveness, providing recommendations for continuous improvement in service delivery.
- Evaluated member needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for outreach
Vice Principal
1 Year 11 Months- Led the development and implementation of a comprehensive school-wide safety plan, reducing school-related
accidents by 15%, underscoring my commitment to student and staff well-being. - Initiated and led a professional learning community that enhanced teacher collaboration and professional
development, driving educational excellence.
Established a mentorship program for new teachers, fostering a supportive and growth-oriented environment. - Launched a student engagement program that increased attendance by 11%, highlighting my ability to implement effective student success initiatives.
- Fostered a positive school culture by implementing character education programs and community engagement activities.
Assistant Vice President
10 Years 2 Months- Developed and executed risk management frameworks to mitigate potential financial exposure.
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and implement strategic initiatives.
- Streamlined reporting processes, improving data accuracy and reducing turnaround time for project deliverables.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team capabilities.
- Prepared financial reports and analysis for the board of directors, resulting in a successful investment decision.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to develop a new strategy that decreased loss mitigation share by 5%
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive training program that increased employee knowledge and skills.
Education
Non-Profit/Public Leadership - Non-Profit/Public Leadership
MBA - Educational Leadership
Bachelor of Science - Agribusiness
Skills
Strategic planning
Strategic decision-making
Goal planning
Relationship management
Relationship building
Verbal and written communication
Verbal communication
Stakeholder engagement
EXECUTIVE HIGHLIGHTS
- Provide executive leadership for one of OSBA's largest operating divisions representing approximately 65% of the Association's annual operating budget.
- Lead and develop a division of 13 professionals, including 9 direct reports.
- Designed and launched the New Board Member Cohort, transforming an executive concept into a statewide governance and leadership development initiative.
- Direct executive planning and organizational coordination for Capital Conference and the Board Leadership Institute.
- Lead the Association's branding and communications strategy while fostering innovation and organizational relevance.
- Represent OSBA before school boards, statewide education organizations, and strategic partners.
LEADERSHIP PHILOSOPHY
I believe organizations achieve their greatest impact when people are equipped, trusted, and aligned around a common purpose. My role as a leader is to create clarity, develop leaders, remove barriers, and transform strategic vision into measurable organizational results.
Timeline
Director, Communication Services & Member Relations
Ohio School Boards Association
01.2024 - CurrentRead More
Founder/Principal Consultant
DREAMM Consulting, LLC
01.2021 - CurrentRead More
Membership Engagement Consultant
The Ohio School Boards Association
07.2018 - 01.2024Read More
Vice Principal
Whitehall City Schools District
07.2016 - 06.2018Read More
Assistant Vice President
JP Morgan Chase
04.2005 - 06.2015Read More
John Glenn College of Public Affairs
Non-Profit/Public Leadership from Non-Profit/Public Leadership
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The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business
MBA from Educational Leadership
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The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science from Agribusiness
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