I help leaders see how they land with others—and what to adjust for impact.

Stopover helps leaders and organizations step out of the noise, clarify direction, and prepare for what comes next.
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About Mark

I’ve spent 25+ years working with leaders whose work is meant to make a difference — across sectors, cultures, and contexts.

My job is to help you get honest about where you are, clear on where you’re going, and actually move. No great ideas left stuck. Support that’s specific to you and your situation.

Just real work, with real people, toward real change.

Why Stopover

A stopover isn’t lost time. It’s a deliberate pause to evaluate, recalibrate, and prepare for the next stage of the journey.

That moment of clarity is where leadership grows.

Creative | Engaged | Practical

Who I work with

I help nonprofit leaders, post-secondary institutions, and purpose-driven organizations strengthen their leadership, align their teams, and move forward with strategies that create measurable impact.

Design Your Leadership

I work with you closely to build on your competency-based leadership. You make choices that help align your culture.

Team Development & Workshops

We bring ideas and plans to life through experiential sessions that strengthen team trust and shared responsibility.

Strategic Facilitation

Guided conversations that bring organizational clarity to priorities and next steps. Thinking ahead leads to better outcomes.

Trusted by Leaders

"Mark consistently delivers for us. He is a strategic problem solver and possesses an entrepreneurial spirit."
Curtis Smith
Board Chair - Leadership Victoria
"Mark brought a diversity of people together to improve the lives of refugees to Victoria. The event was packed, heartfelt and productive. This is a testimony to Mark’s hard work and commitment."
Lisa Helps
Mayor - City of Victoria
"Mark has a great sense of humour, supports a team environment, and is willing to roll up his sleeves to help out across departments."
Erika Stenson
Executive Director - United Way Southern Vancouver Island
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