Jim Markisohn

Background

About Jim Markisohn

Chief Marketing Officer – Strategist – Corporate Communications – Board Member – Mentor Growth-oriented & customer-focused leader with standout success in several GM, marketing, strategy & business development, corporate communications and product line management roles. 40-plus years of experience in top companies, including Arrow Electronics, HD Supply, Anixter and most recently, Tessco Technologies. Led a range of large scale, complex initiatives such as successful integrations of major acquisitions and as a senior marketing executive in an $8 billion IPO, as well as multiple organic growth initiatives. Strong business sense with the ability to transition quickly from strategy to action, accompanied by a hands-on leadership style that has motivated teams in both large and small companies. Well regarded as a mentor and developer of high-performing individuals and teams. Background includes: • Technology Markets: wireless infrastructure, managed services, cloud/SaaS, IT HW & SW • Marketing into diverse markets: energy, electrical contractors, retail (B2B2C), healthcare, telecom • Expertise in Digital Strategy and Operations (including marketing automation, social media, SEO) • Honored by technology industry media as one of the “Top 12 Channel Executives” • Non-profit and association executive and board experience Jim has been involved in a number of volunteer and trade organizations – currently serving as a member of the national Board of Directors for Parent Heart Watch – an organization dedicated to ending deaths of children and youth from sudden cardiac arrest.