Mark Pope - the Pragmatico Way … Coast to Coast

As an entrepreneur, growing and scaling a business requires great people and strong leadership. Often, in business, individuals are promoted for their loyalty, hard work and skill, helping to ensure a smooth transition in leadership roles. However, being a good manager doesn’t always mean being an effective leader. Leadership is similar to riding a motorcycle; anyone can grab the handlebars, but not everyone can handle sharp turns smoothly. Like a seasoned rider knows when to speed up and lean into a turn, a great leader knows when to advance and when to adjust to changing situations.

Mark Pope specialises in offering leadership, accountability and culture-building masterclasses. He is a sought-after host and keynote speaker, enhancing events with practical insights that participants can use in their own careers.

Mark ran a successful chiropractic practice in Perth for over 20 years, which provided him with a fantastic lifestyle and deep satisfaction. After selling this business and returning to his hometown of Melbourne, he ventured into practice again, but it felt different. He took a break and joined a small Registered Training Organisation (RTO) with about five staff. Within six months, he was leading it. By shifting the business towards high-value consulting, using the Toyota Lean Model, the business grew nationally to about 35 staff and worked with major companies like BlueScope Steel, Austal Ships and Schweppes.

Mark retired in 2016 and spent four years completing bucket-list adventures like Macchu Picchu, Everest Base Camp and travelling the Old Silk Road. However, despite these incredible experiences, he missed the fulfilment he got from making a difference through his work. In 2020, his passion for helping business owners was reignited.

Now based on the Gold Coast, Mark offers leadership masterclasses and keynote speaking across Australia, helping managers transform into exceptional leaders. Effective leadership requires precision, foresight and control … like handling a powerful motorcycle. With the right approach, managers can excel, driving their teams forward with purpose and momentum and turning challenges into opportunities for growth.