Career – Page 4 – Mark A Kern, DBA

Leading through the Turmoil

Posted on 29 March 202526 July 2025 by Mark Kern

As a Senior Manager in the federal agency, I am tasked with leading my team through the uncertainty of the DOGE era. My team has experienced the termination of over 20% of their colleagues. These 20% were probationary employees who were learning the job and eager to soak up the knowledge that they experienced team…

Human Resource Development (HRD) plays a strategic role in the organization

Posted on 19 March 202426 July 2025 by Mark Kern

Effective employee training, integral to HRD, aligns with firms’ strategies and is key for maintaining competitiveness and productivity. Measuring the return on training investment poses challenges due to non-random selection for training and the difficulty in finding productivity proxies. HRD’s strategic role includes workforce skill alignment and collaborating with educational institutions for tailored training, ultimately benefiting individuals, organizations, and society.

Dr. Mark Kern, is a seasoned business administration professional with extensive experience bridging the worlds of federal revenue management and academia.

With a Doctorate of Business Administration from Liberty University, an MBA with a Marketing Concentration, and a BS in Business Administration with an Economics Concentration—both from the University of Kansas—Mark has built a distinguished career that combines practical leadership in large organizations with a passion for teaching and mentoring.

Currently serving in senior roles at the Internal Revenue Service, Mark leads teams dedicated to securing delinquent returns and implementing vital tax enforcement strategies. His expertise spans managing complex projects, mentoring emerging leaders through specialized programs, and driving strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency. His leadership experience is further bolstered by previous roles in revenue assurance and security, underscoring a career-long commitment to excellence in public service.

Mark’s multifaceted expertise, rigorous academic background, and real-world leadership make him a unique asset in both industry and higher education. He is continually pursuing innovative research, most recently exploring the dynamics of community engagement and financial stewardship within church organizations.

Whether in the classroom or at the helm of critical projects at the IRS, Mark's career is marked by a commitment to excellence, mentorship, and a strategic vision for the future.

In addition to his federal service, Mark is a dedicated educator. As an Adjunct Instructor at Highland Community College, he has been instrumental in shaping the next generation of business professionals by teaching courses in business fundamentals, accounting, human resources, and personal finance.

His hands-on approach to teaching—characterized by engaging curriculum design, interactive course materials, and individualized support—reflects his belief in empowering students through knowledge.