about Us

About the Founder

I've Walked the Path from Engineer to Leader

As an electrical engineer with 11+ years of leadership experience, I understand the unique challenges technical professionals face when transitioning into leadership roles. Most engineering degrees don’t prepare you for leading people—but that’s exactly where your career growth lies.

I’ve personally navigated this transition multiple times, leading teams in automated test industries, mentoring over 100 engineers, and managing multi-million dollar programs. My approach combines engineering precision with proven leadership methodologies to help you build systems that work.

Credentials & Experience:

Mark Erickson

Founder and CEO

From Engineer to Leader

A Mission Built on Real Experience

At The Leadership Mark, we help technical professionals bridge the gap between expertise and leadership. Founded by an engineer who’s walked the same path, we combine systematic thinking with people-first leadership to help you unlock your full potential.

Who We Work With

Mission

Our Mission

To help technical professionals develop the leadership skills they need to amplify their impact, lead high-performing teams, and break through the career ceiling that stops many engineers at the 10–15 year mark.

Vision

Our Vision

To create a world where technical professionals lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose — building high-performing teams, shaping innovative organizations, and driving meaningful impact across industries.

What we do

Empowering Technical Leaders. Transforming Teams.

At The Leadership Mark, we don’t just coach — we partner with technical professionals to turn leadership potential into measurable performance.

Through structured systems, executive coaching, and practical team strategies, we help engineers and other technical leaders gain clarity, lead confidently, and unlock high-performance cultures across their organizations.

Whether you’re scaling a team, improving productivity, or preparing for a leadership leap — we’re here with the tools and experience to guide your transformation.

TESTIMONIALS

Technical Leaders Ready to Level Up

Join technical professionals who are serious about developing their leadership skills and amplifying their impact.

"Finally, someone who understands the unique challenges of leading technical teams. Mark's approach bridges the gap between engineering excellence and people leadership."

Senior Engineering Manager Tech Company, 15+ Years Experience

"I've been stuck managing up, down, and sideways without formal training. Looking for practical leadership skills that work in technical environments."

Technical Team Lead Software Development, Recently Promoted

"Need to develop my leadership skills to match my technical expertise. Seeking proven systems that can help me lead more effectively and reduce team burnout."

Project Manager Engineering Firm, Growing Team

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

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Who is The Leadership Mark designed for?

The Leadership Mark is built specifically for technical professionals—engineers, developers, project managers—who are ready to develop the leadership skills needed to manage teams, influence others, and accelerate their careers.

Our coaching is built on proven systems like Working Genius™, Maxwell DISC, and productivity frameworks engineered for analytical minds. We focus on practical tools and strategies that align with how technical professionals think and work.

It’s a free, 1-hour introductory workshop for technical teams. You’ll experience our leadership development style in a low-pressure, interactive format—perfect for teams exploring coaching support.

Yes! We offer flexible virtual and in-person coaching options, so you can choose the format that works best for your schedule and location.

We’ll guide you. Start with a free consultation or a Lunch & Learn session. From there, we assess your team’s needs and recommend the most effective services—whether that’s 1-on-1 coaching, a workshop series, or team systems optimization.