Mark Gerlach

Mark Gerlach has a diverse work experience in various industries. Mark served as the VP - Information Systems at Shultz Steel from November 2009 onwards, where they oversaw a team of 10 IT resources and managed a budget of $3 million. Mark'smain responsibility was to implement advanced technology and information analysis systems to enable the company's growth from $120 million to $180 million.

Prior to that, Mark was the President and Owner of EFG Software and Most Wanted Software, LLC. As the president of EFG Software, they established the business model and managed two developers, providing custom applications to mid-tier businesses and municipal organizations. Notably, they helped automate event creation, management, tracking, and staffing for GoodGuys Hot Rod and Custom Association, resulting in significant business growth.

Similarly, as the president of Most Wanted Software, LLC, Mark developed the business concept, leveraging their previous experience as a law enforcement officer, and discovered the value of automation for paper-based administrative processes. Mark successfully generated $500,000 in annual sales by selling software solutions to 40 municipal police departments.

Mark also has experience working as the Director of Product Development at Optigon Technical Associates, a national IT consulting business. Mark consulted with clients, developed solutions, and managed SDLC engagements, while also training and managing resources in new technologies and languages.

Overall, Mark Gerlach has shown expertise in implementing advanced technology solutions, driving business growth, and providing customized software solutions to various organizations.

Mark Gerlach received a Master's Degree in Information Technology from the University of Arizona - Eller College of Management in 2017. Mark then pursued a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a focus on Finance - Business Analytics at the Isenberg School of Management, UMass Amherst, where they completed their studies in 2019. Prior to their graduate degrees, Mark earned a Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology from the University of Phoenix between 2001 and 2003. Mark also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Criminology from California State University, Fresno, obtained between 1991 and 1996. Additionally, Mark holds certifications from Microsoft, including MCDBA (Microsoft Certified Database Administrator) and MCSD (Microsoft Certified Solution Developer), although the specific dates of obtaining these certifications are unavailable.