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Paul Marks

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President at Beta Test improv
📍 Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Paul Marks is the President of Beta Test improv, where he helps companies like Amazon and Wells Fargo strengthen culture and reduce turnover. He blends improv, science, and humor in his workshops and is a graduate of The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He uses improv principles to overcome personal struggles with anxiety.

Outside of his corporate work, Paul co-founded and runs Briarcliff Hall, an SAT tutoring service, with his wife Kelly. He is also the author of a humorous book titled "Through A Babys Eyes" and founded an award-winning improv group called Over the Counter improv.

In 2019, Paul delivered a TEDx talk on the connection between improv, humor, and business leadership.

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Experience
33 Years
Current Role
President
Location
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
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Corporate Culture
His company, Beta Test improv, is dedicated to helping businesses strengthen their culture and reduce employee turnover through unique, science-based workshops.
Humor in Leadership
He delivered a TEDx talk on this subject and believes humor is a critical, often overlooked, leadership trait that fosters creativity and connection.
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1-2009
President
Beta Test improv
1-1992
President
Briarcliff Hall
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Education
1985 - 1987
Bachelor of Arts - BA
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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