Mark Knisely

Mark Knisely is a seasoned professional currently serving as the Senior Director of Commerce Consulting at Oracle. His career spans over two decades, showcasing expertise in commerce consulting, professional services, and project management.

Professional Experience

Mark's journey at Oracle began in 2015 when he joined as the Practice Director of Commerce Consulting. He was promoted to his current role as Senior Director of Commerce Consulting in January 2018.1 Prior to Oracle, Mark held several leadership positions at Openwave (later known as Enea Openwave), including:

Director of Global Professional Services and Customer Support
Director of Americas Professional Services
Senior Manager of Professional Services
Project Manager
Senior Consultant

His career also includes a stint at Accenture as a Consultant from 1996 to 2000.1

Education

Mark holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from American University, which he completed between 1992 and 1996.1 5 He has also studied Project Management at the Project Management Institute.1

Skills and Expertise

Throughout his career, Mark has developed a diverse skill set, including:

Mobile Devices
Cloud Computing
Telecommunications
SaaS (Software as a Service)
Strategic Partnerships
Solution Architecture
Project Management
Business Intelligence
Professional Services Delivery
Practice Management1

Personal Attributes

Mark is known for his excellent supervisory skills. He empowers and challenges his direct reports to excel while also showing genuine care for his team members.2 His leadership style combines high expectations with personal support, fostering a positive work environment.

Current Focus

At Oracle, Mark is actively involved in the company's cloud initiatives. He has been seeking strong Commerce technical leads to join Oracle's growing cloud consulting practice, emphasizing the role of Oracle Cloud in elevating customer experiences.4

Mark Knisely is based in Reston, Virginia, United States2 3, and continues to play a significant role in Oracle's commerce consulting services, leveraging his extensive experience in the field.