Mark Thomas Ledbetter
Alameda,CA
Summary
Mission-driven Program Leader experienced in nonprofit program management, fundraising, youth sports, and community development. Achieved measurable outcomes through program development, budget management, and stakeholder engagement while leveraging financial and analytical expertise from the investment industry. Focused on delivering impactful results through strategic analysis, project management, and effective leadership.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Associate
Pathstone
San Francisco, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Coordinated portfolio reporting and client service for complex estate planning transactions for high-net-worth families and institutions, engaging multiple stakeholders to ensure aligned outcomes.
- Developed and implemented strategic investment strategies, enhancing portfolio performance for high-net-worth clients.
- Mentored junior associates, fostering skill development and promoting a collaborative team environment.
Analyst
Robertson Stephens
San Ramon, CA
12.2023 - 07.2025
- Conducted financial modeling and scenario forecasting, contributing to business development by onboarding 25+ new client relationships, directly enhancing budgeting and forecasting capabilities in a nonprofit setting.
- Analyzed financial data to support investment decisions and enhance portfolio performance.
- Developed comprehensive reports to present insights on market trends and investment opportunities.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline research processes and improve efficiency.
Program Coordinator
Peninsula Community Center
Redwood City, CA
02.2017 - 08.2022
- Designed and implemented a comprehensive youth swim program from the ground up, growing participation to over 200 participants and driving a 40% year-over-year increase in community enrollment from 2020 to 2022.
- Managed program budgets and resource allocation to ensure financial sustainability while supporting growth for a community-based organization.
- Oversaw staffing, scheduling, and daily operations, fostering strong relationships with parents, leadership, and the community.
- Tracked program performance and participant outcomes, leveraging data to inform planning and drive continuous improvement.
- Led presentations and training workshops for staff, families, and community members, strengthening program visibility and stakeholder trust.
Head Coach of Aquatics
Sequoia Union High School District
Redwood City, CA
07.2019 - 05.2022
- Led teams to district and regional championships through strategic program leadership.
- Developed and executed training programs that prepared student-athletes for competition and promoted teamwork and personal growth.
- Coached multiple aquatics teams, enhancing athlete development, discipline, and community engagement.
Assistant Program Manager
United Black Family Scholarship Foundation
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Secured program funding through strategic grant writing and outreach, ensuring the financial sustainability of scholarship and education-access initiatives.
- Developed and managed scholarship programs supporting underserved students, increasing access to educational opportunities.
- Cultivated relationships with funders, community leaders, and policymakers, enhancing program visibility and support.
- Led and mentored a team of interns, fostering professional development and leadership growth.
- Spearheaded collegiate internship program, hiring and managing 5 college students to develop skills and contribute to program goals.
- Co-led the 100 Prisoner Books Project, amplifying the creative voices of incarcerated individuals nationwide through the editing and publication of their written work; managed resource development, including grant research, submissions, and fundraising.
- Organized community engagement events and leadership training programs, increasing participation and civic involvement.
- Remote
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology with Honors
University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills
- Project management
- Data analysis
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Team leadership
- Team management
- Performance monitoring
- Training and mentoring
Certification
- FINRA Series 65; CRD:7694203
- California Department of Insurance Accident, Health, Life, Variable Life & Variable Annuity; License Number: 4217168
Timeline
Senior Associate
Pathstone
08.2025 - Current
Analyst
Robertson Stephens
12.2023 - 07.2025
Head Coach of Aquatics
Sequoia Union High School District
07.2019 - 05.2022
Assistant Program Manager
United Black Family Scholarship Foundation
05.2019 - 08.2021
Program Coordinator
Peninsula Community Center
02.2017 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology with Honors
University of California, Santa Cruz