Mark Fernando

Mark Fernando has extensive experience in governance, administration, and communications within various organizations. Currently serving as the Director of Governance and Administration at the American Sociological Association since September 2017, Mark previously held a position as a Lecturer at the University of Maryland College Park from January 2017 to December 2018. Mark's earlier roles include Chief Operating Officer, Chief of Staff, Senior Manager of Communications, and Marketing and Public Relations Manager at the National Communication Association from July 2006 to September 2017. Additionally, Mark volunteered as a Sous Chef at Miriam's Kitchen from October 2009 to December 2015 and served as an Adjunct Instructor II at Towson University from January 2003 to December 2013. Mark also worked as the Deputy Director of Communications for the National Consumers League from 2003 to 2006. Mark holds a Bachelor's degree in Communication Studies and Political Science from Towson University and a Master's of Arts in Communication, Culture, and Technology from Georgetown University.