Since Graduating from the United States Merchant Marine Academy, Mark has made it his mission to do his part in leading the next generation. Mark aims to ignite transformative change by helping individuals cultivate self-awareness and resilience. He equips educators, students, and professionals with the skills to overcome obstacles, lead with purpose, and create a ripple effect of positive impact in their communities and beyond.
Clients range from Colleges and Universities, Athletic Teams, Churches and Faith Based Organizations, Youth Groups and Conferences. All presentations are customized for the intended audience.
Mark’s Recent Engagements
Sigma Theta Sorority
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United States Merchant Marine Academy Alumni
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Mountain View Church of Christ Youth Group
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McKinney Boyd High School
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Frisco High School
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Richardson North Junior High
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Shepton High School
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Westwood Junior High Athletics
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Sigma Theta Sorority • United States Merchant Marine Academy Alumni • Mountain View Church of Christ Youth Group • McKinney Boyd High School • Frisco High School • Richardson North Junior High • Shepton High School • Westwood Junior High Athletics •
Meet mark
Servant Leader, Naval Reserve Officer, Merchant Mariner, Former Collegiate Athlete and Entrepreneur, Mark Thompson is a highly sought after speaker.
Mark Thompson's story feels like something out of a novel—from steering ships in the Merchant Marine to steering minds in classrooms, fueled by zeal, vulnerability, and a knack for real talk. His unplanned foray into speaking unveiled a passion for influencing lives, drawing on personal struggles and universal truths. Mark's approach? Harnessing the power of thoughts, words, and actions to determine one's destiny. He doesn’t just share stories; he embodies them, making every lesson a mirror of life's raw, real experiences.
TESTIMONIALS
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Mark Thompson provided an exceptional educative experience for our AVID/AVID Excel Students at Richardson North Junior High School. Our AVID scholars found him to be remarkably relatable and incredibly insightful. Mr. Thompson's transparency regarding his sojourn as an AVID scholar and athlete truly conveyed a very lasting memory that will surely serve as a motivator for our students.
James Briggs, AVID Coordinator, AVID Teacher & Coach
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I'm the AVID Coordinator at Cockrill Middle School, and Mark came and spoke to all of our AVID classes about his experience in AVID with McKinney ISD and how the program supported him in his career. Mark was dynamic and engaging with students. All classes reported that he was one of their favorite guest speakers! I was especially impressed with how Mark was able to create relatable stories with the students. I hope to have Mark return to our campus as a guest speaker after our fantastic experience!
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Mark T you are an incredible young man and motivational speaker! I am so proud of you man! It takes so much discipline and focus to trust God when you don’t know what the future holds for you. I already know that God has called you to speak to this generation about FAITH in our Almighty God!! Thanks for your encouraging words for our Scholars
Pastor Derrick R Wright, Teacher, Baseball Coach, Dallas Skyline Magnet High School
MARK IS CURRENTLY BOOKING FOR:
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Live and Virtual Keynotes
Captivating talks that explore the heart of leadership, resilience, and personal growth, tailored for educators, students, and corporate teams.
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workshops + Breakout sessions
Hands-on workshops focusing on strategies for developing a growth mindset, overcoming adversity, and teaching personal accountability and leadership skills in both personal and professional settings.
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student assembles
Interactive sessions designed to engage young minds, encouraging them to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth and leadership.
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Engage with Mark for a session that's not just about stories, but about strategies and solutions tailored to your specific challenges. Expect actionable insights, tangible growth, and real results.
Email: info@markathompsonjr.com
Phone: 469-563-8347