Mark Laabs

Mark J Laabs is an accomplished entrepreneur dedicated to making a positive social impact while also achieving financial success.

With vast experience as a founder, advisor, and builder of various organizations worldwide, Mark has notably contributed to addressing critical social and environmental issues on a global scale.

He currently holds the position of Managing Partner at Modern Energy Group, overseeing businesses specializing in energy efficiency and distributed energy resources in the United States and Brazil.

Mark is also the Founder and Chairman of the Rare Cancer Research Foundation, focusing on advancing innovation in cancer research and supporting patient-driven engagement through www.pattern.org.

His past roles include serving as the Chief Operating Officer of Soligent Holdings Inc, the largest solar distributor in the Americas, and involvement in Climate Bridge, a prominent clean energy finance company operating in major global carbon markets.

Prior to his current endeavors, Mark worked as a consultant at McKinsey & Company, with experience spanning multiple international offices.

He is a distinguished Robertson Scholar, holding a dual degree in International Studies and the Dynamics of Social Change from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Duke University.

Mark's diverse background also includes co-founding initiatives like Slow Food Shanghai and Serial Suppers, as well as contributing to organizations such as Faro Energy, Robertson Scholars Leadership Program, Nourish International, and StartingBloc.