Mark Leslie brings over 35 years of fashion industry experience across four Fortune 500 companies, excelling in merchandising, planning, and strategy development. Notable roles at Mercantile Stores, Saks, Inc., Macy’s, and Kohl’s have seen him drive omnichannel growth and profitability. Passionate about giving back, Mark engages in teaching, guest lecturing, and mentoring future leaders, covering topics like Personal Branding and Entrepreneurial Thinking. His tenure as Mayor of Waukee, Iowa, adds unique leadership insights. Mark holds an undergraduate degree from Iowa State University and an MBA from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Currently partnering with Iowa State University's Apparel, Merchandising, and Design program, he teaches and coaches students for the Fashion Scholarship Fund. Based in Fort Worth, Mark enjoys family time, travel, networking, and gaining new perspectives, embodying a multifaceted approach to leadership and community engagement.

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