Mark Sevier

Mark Sevier is a private sector engagement specialist with extensive experience in developing sustainable solutions for complex challenges in emerging markets.1 He currently serves as the Senior Director of Private Sector Engagement at ACDI/VOCA, a position he has held since January 2023.1

Professional Background

Mark has over 15 years of experience in analyzing root causes and co-designing solutions to achieve transformational impact in various sectors, including:

• Agriculture
• Entrepreneurship
• Blue economy

In his current role, he supports a $120 million portfolio of market systems projects across Africa, Asia, and Central America.1

Career Progression at ACDI/VOCA

Before becoming Senior Director, Mark held the following positions at ACDI/VOCA:

1. Technical Director, Market Systems and Partnerships (March 2020 - January 2023)
2. Project Assistant - Enterprise Development (October 2010 - December 2011)

Key Responsibilities and Achievements

As Technical Director, Mark:

• Provided private sector engagement and market systems support to a $150 million portfolio of projects in multiple countries
• Designed and spearheaded ACDI/VOCA's organization-wide private sector engagement strategy
• Developed tools for projects and new business teams to effectively co-design and manage partnerships with the private sector
• Co-developed and led a private sector engagement training series1

Previous Experience

Prior to his current role at ACDI/VOCA, Mark worked at:

• Fintrac Inc as Investment and Acceleration Manager and Partnership Manager
• Agribusiness Systems International as Senior Project Coordinator and Project Coordinator
• Peace Corps as Community Development Advisor in Uganda1

Areas of Expertise

Mark specializes in:

• Analyzing underperforming markets
• Identifying and building capacity of businesses in emerging markets
• Catalyzing capital in emerging markets
• Leading professionals to higher levels of success1

Mark Sevier's extensive experience and expertise in private sector engagement make him a valuable asset in developing sustainable solutions for complex challenges in emerging markets.