Mark Thome
Publisher · Missoula Underground Media LLC
Missoula, MT
In My Own Words
Professional marketing & advertising sales experience with major moto & powersports media, events, & web - available and seeking new career opportunities. Knowledgeable, experienced, familiar and enthusiastic at all levels of motorcycle and power sports. Let's talk!
Work Experience
Publisher
Missoula Underground Media LLC2018 – Present
Publisher of The Missoula Underground - the hyper-local guide to what's happening in & around Missoula, Montana - The MUG!
Business Development - Moto & Powersports
Malakye2011 – 2018
Business Development – Moto/Powersports & Auto Industries * Sales / Development of current job listings and accounts in the moto/powersports and auto categories for Malakye * Identifying and developing relationships with companies seeking to find quality talent in the powersports / auto industries * Attend moto & powersports industry events, provide content for site & contacts for development of upcoming business opportunities
Business Development
Pipeline Digital Media2015 – 2016
PDM is a full service, high-definition production company specializing in high-quality broadcast, commercial, promotional, broadband and industrial productions. Broadcast clients include: CBS, Speed, Versus, Fox Sports Net, The Outdoor Channel, Fuel TV, and Feld Motorsports.
Manager, Integrated Media Solutions
SPEED SPORT (division of Turn 3 Media, LLC)2015 – 2016
New business development and maintaining productive relationships with Powersports Companies, Action Sports Companies, Western US / West Coast Motorsports endemic, near-endemic, and non-endemic companies. Providing integrated marketing solutions to clients engaging with the Motorsports and Powersports audience and marketplace, including: Print: SPEED SPORT Magazine Web: SPEED SPORT Online - www.SpeedSportNews.com Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, YouTube E-mail Newsletter: Daily SPEED SPORT Daily Motorsports Update E-mail Blasts: Custom Marketing Messages to the receptive SPEED SPORT opt-in audience with targeted sends available Digital Video Content: www.SPEEDSPORT.tv - Live & Archived Race/Event streaming & pay-per-view, historic programs, cutting edge studio productions YouTube Channel - YouTube.com/SpeedSportTV - short form highlights, news, and unique viral clips, video advertising opportunities available Television: SPEED SPORT Magazine weekly on MAVTV
Business Development
Pipeline Digital Media2011 – 2011
Business Development * Identify & develop new business opportunities for commercial video production * Develop new advertising & sponsors for “The Moto Show with Jim Holley” on YouTube
Marketing Director
Impact Video / Working Dog Productions2010 – 2010
Marketing Director * Mini Warriors Branding / Marketing * Mini Warriors Website – Content & Community Development * Production Assistance on Mini Warriors * Events to Attend / Vending Opportunities & Development * Direct Company Involvement with International Motorcycle Shows / Dealer Expo * Sales Management Support * Media Editorial Relationships * Media Advertising Planning, Execution & Follow-up * Digital Downloads Marketing / Preparation * New Business Development
Account Manager
Advanstar Communications Inc. / Powersports Group2007 – 2010
Account Manager Sold exhibit space for Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows while helping to identify key opportunities for sales and marketing with contacts in the motorcycle / powersports and RV markets.
Marketing / Advertising Sales Director
Xtreme Publishing Group / RV Xtreme Magazine2006 – 2007
Marketing / Advertising Sales Director Assisted with key functions in launch of new publishing company and RV Xtreme Magazine (monthly lifestyle consumer magazine for the new generation of RV enthusiasts).
Director of Marketing & Promotions / Advertising Sales Manager
Cycle News Inc.1985 – 2006
Marketing & Promotions – 1990 to 2006 / Advertising Sales – 1985 to 2006 Circulation Development – October 2005 to March 2006 Extensive experience with Cycle News, Cycle News Online, Personal Watercraft Illustrated (and Online), CN Publishing Media Site, Moto Kids Magazine, National Motocross Programs, Supercross Programs, AMA Superbike Programs, Motorcycle Road Racer Illustrated, ATV News, and All-Terrain Vehicle Industry
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree in Business
Northern State University1981 – 1985
Bachelor of Science Degree in Business
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