Mark Roger

About Mark Roger

Strategic business professional with experience driving growth across business ownership, national sales leadership, and public/private engagement. Background includes establishing the SOURCE Entrepreneurship Center in conjunction with IU Kelley, establishing and moderating Entrepreneurship Indianapolis and Entrepreneurship Carmel, serving as Alumni Chair of the Lacy Leadership Program, and owning several small businesses. Proven success in coaching entrepreneurs, optimizing operations, and building scalable programs for national networks. Adept at cultivating trusted relationships and delivering data-driven solutions that improve ROI, engagement, and long-term performance. Areas of ExpertiseManagement & CoachingConsulting & RecruitmentBusiness Development & Funding StrategyB2B/B2C Sales Strategy & ExecutionProgram Trials & Lead Discovery DaysRemote Team Building & Personnel ManagementBudgeting, Financial Analysis & ComplianceProject Management & Operational OversightRelationship Building & Stakeholder EngagementNonprofit Leadership & Community Programming

Experience

1. Community Engagement Director

   Office Evolution Carmel

   Jan 2026 — Present · Carmel, IN, US

   As Community Engagement Director, my role is to cultivate a thriving hub where small business owners can do their best work, build meaningful connections, and feel part of something bigger.I serve as the bridge between our members, local partners, and the broader entrepreneurial ecosystem—actively connecting people to the insights, expertise, and relationships that accelerate their growth. Whether it’s introducing an entrepreneur to a strategic collaborator, opening doors to community resources, or creating opportunities for members to learn from one another, I make sure no business owner has to navigate their journey alone.My work centers on building relationships, strengthening partnerships, and creating a workspace where entrepreneurs feel energized, welcomed, and ready to grow. I oversee the daily rhythm of the center—member experience, tours, onboarding, events, and local engagement—ensuring every interaction feels personal and every business owner feels supported.

Education

• Indiana University Bloomington

  Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration, Management and Operations

Skills

• Business Development
• Interior Design
• Space-Planning
• Organizational Development
• Leadership
• Business Development Consultancy
• Strategic Planning
• Consignment
• Strategy
• Leadership Development
• Interior Architecture
• Small Business
• Consulting
• Marketing
• Team Building
• Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Nonprofits
• Sketching
• Business Analysis
• Public Speaking
• Business Process Improvement
• Concept Development
• Training
• New Business Development
• Start-Ups
• Space Planning
• Creative Direction
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Color Analysis