Guest:
Mark Morris
Mark Morris is a Harvard-trained entrepreneur, professor, and global business strategist with a PhD in Human Resource Development. His career spans industries, from tech and security to food, and includes partnerships with major brands like Toyota, Burger King, and American Airlines. A former consultant with Bain & Company, Blackstone, and Deloitte, Mark has also founded multiple companies and served on several boards. Now a professor at BYU–Idaho, he is passionate about small-L leadership, entrepreneurial thinking, and creating value wherever you are.
Episode Overview:
In this episode of the Become More podcast, we sit down with Mark Morris, a BYU–Idaho professor, board member, and global consultant, to talk about what it means to create value no matter where you are. Mark shares stories from rooftops in Alabama to boardrooms in New York, offering a mix of humor, wisdom, and practical insight. From launching brands and advising global companies to helping students win pizza competitions in Italy, Mark shows how leadership, creativity, and purpose can transform any role into something meaningful.
Key Topics:
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How entrepreneurial thinking applies to every part of life
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What it means to lead with purpose, presence, and awareness
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Stories from consulting with major brands and starting new ventures
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The importance of mentoring and lifting others up
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How to create value right where you are, even if it’s not your dream job