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Mark Michalisin

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Associate Professor of Practice at Virginia Tech - Pamplin College of Business
📍 Blacksburg, Virginia, United States

Mark Michalisin is an Associate Professor of Practice and the Associate Director of the VT Sales Center at Virginia Techs Pamplin College of Business. With over 25 years of B2B sales experience and an MBA from Union College, he leverages his background in sales leadership and business development to educate the next generation of sales professionals.

He is passionate about motivating and mentoring students, often referring to himself as their coach. He created a "Monday Motivational Minutes" series and encourages his students to persevere, believe in themselves, and develop a strong work ethic. He also coaches Virginia Techs competitive Professional Sales Team, leading them to top finishes in national competitions.

He authored the book "In The Arena: From the Boardroom to the Classroom, " which includes a chapter written entirely by his students based on his motivational lessons.

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Experience
25 Years
Current Role
Associate Professor of Practice
Location
Blacksburg, Virginia, United States
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Sales Education
As a sales professor and coach for Virginia Tech's award-winning sales competition team, he is dedicated to developing student talent in professional selling.
Student Mentorship
He frequently speaks about his role as a coach and mentor, aiming to instill confidence and passion in his students both in and out of the classroom.
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Career

Work history

5-2022
Associate Professor of Practice
Virginia Tech - Pamplin College of Business
3-2019
Sales Professional in Residence
The College of Saint Rose
1-2014 - 3-2019
Vice President - Business Development
Morcon Inc.
7-2012 - 12-2013
Executive Director of Business Development - Center for Educational Measurement
Excelsior College
1-1994 - 1-2006
Sr. Account Manager
SCA
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Education
1990 - 1994
BA
Union College
1990 - 1994
Business; MBA (2002) and BA; Degrees
Union College
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