Academic Assembly, US. Mark joins Academic Assembly as General Manager to guide the start of operations and buildout the organisation. He is charged with bringing the first round of products to market and establishing the business development processes for the early-stage company. Academic Assembly provides a suite of services, designed to boost the international success of institutions. Services range from professional development and training, to alumni development and relations, to student recruitment, risk management and strategic planning. In addition to his new role, Mark remains CEO of Abroad101, the study abroad review website.