CEO and Principal, PivotIT LLC & Retired CIO, Corning Incorporated

Department: Industry Partner

Mark Clark is the CEO and Principal of PivotIT LLC, an IT advisory firm that specializes in guiding companies through digital transformation initiatives. With more than 35 years of experience, Mark has a proven track record of crafting and executing IT and digital strategies that drive business value. He also advises boutique consulting firms with a focus on CIO engagement services, offering unique insights from his diverse career.

As a retired Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Corning Incorporated and a seasoned consultant, Mark brings a wealth of real-world experience to his clients. His career spans a variety of industries and continents, shaped by his background in GE’s renowned leadership development program. Throughout his career, Mark has gained expertise in IT, business development, and operations, helping organizations navigate complex challenges and achieve transformative growth.

Outside of his professional accomplishments, Mark has a lifelong passion for auto racing, sparked by a childhood visit to the CanAm race at Watkins Glen. He has been an active participant in amateur racing for over three decades, competing in regional SCCA Autocross events, the Skip Barber Racing School series, and vintage racing. Mark currently competes in a 1978 Crosslé 32F Formula Ford and a 1990 Swift DB5 Sports 2000 in vintage races across the United States. He is a multiple-time champion, including titles as the 2019 Monoposto Club Champion, 2019 SVRA Group 5a Endurance Series Champion, and 2021 and 2024 SVRA Group 5a Sprint Series Champion.

Mark resides in the Finger Lakes region of New York, where he continues to balance his passion for technology and racing.