Background

Combining strong analytical skills and the true enjoyment of working with people at all levels, Mark develops solutions that work, and that people want to implement. Mark's approach is hands-on and inclusive, inviting energy from all members of the team. Mark has 5 years of experience in line management roles, which has been concentrated in innovation-intensive and union work environments.

Previous Experience

Prior to joining Axiom Consulting Partners, Mr. Masson spent five years as a pilot plant operations leader and chemical engineering R&D scientist for Merck & Co., Inc. While at Merck, he developed chemistry for groundbreaking pharmaceuticals in a variety of disease classes, led the startup effort for a critical phase of the construction of a $500MM pilot plant facility, and managed the operations for a portfolio of over 50 preclinical drug candidates, overseeing engineers and union personnel.

Publications & Affiliations

Mark is a member of The Human Capital Institute. He was also a founding member of The Diversity & Inclusion Council at The Kellogg School of Management, bringing together student, faculty, and administrative leaders to better leverage the available diversity of talent and experiences.

Education

Mark holds a Masters of Business Administration from The J.L. Kellogg School of Management (Northwestern) and a Masters of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering from The Pennsylvania State University. His thesis topic was on catalytic, hydrogenation reactions in high pressure environments.

Personal Note

"I love to do it all - Travel, lift weights, play just about any sport, find that next killer bottle of wine. But nothing is as satisfying as working with a group of people to make a good business great. I relish every new opportunity."