Marc Austin

Executive Director of Academic Innovation and New Ventures, George Mason University

Marc Austin oversees the Continuing and Professional Education Division at George Mason University, where he focuses on engaging nearly 2,000 working professionals in training, certification and skill development. In addition, Marc is charged with identifying, vetting, and implementing new and transformative efforts for George Mason including micro-credentials, employer-guided experiential learning, and lifelong learning strategy. A thought leader recognized for his work on strategy execution, Marc has authored over 30 publications on strategic planning, finance, and operations, and he teaches and speaks on topics related to strategy and innovation.