Mark Strom

Mark Strom is an experienced advisory consultant at Q5, providing expertise in innovation, organizational redesign, service design, and leadership since July 2019. With a background as a leadership provocateur in private practice, Mark has delivered retreats, seminars, and keynotes for leaders seeking practical guidance on effective leadership. Previously, as Principal Director of Innovation & Thought Leadership at Accenture, Mark focused on integrating design thinking principles following the acquisition of Second Road. Mark also led the Innovation and Design practice at Third Horizon Consulting and served as Chief Executive of notable organizations such as Second Road and Laidlaw College, where significant transformation initiatives were implemented. Mark's professional journey began as Principal at Golsby-Smith Associates, the precursor to Second Road. Academic qualifications include a PhD in the History of Ideas from Western Sydney University and a Graduate degree from the Australian Institute of Company Directors.