Mark Prather

Mark Q. Prather formed Network Services Solutions (NSS) in 2002. In his current role as the Chief Executive & Information Officer (CEO/CIO), he is responsible for leading the technology strategy and managing overall IT operations and customer service. His initiatives include improving service delivery through embracing effective and efficient use of technology; creating business models for delivering new services such as virtual desktops; promoting online development opportunities to increase self-service capabilities; and leading strategic initiatives to transform the technology department to be flexible, adaptable and responsive to customer needs. Prior to creating NSS, Mark was an IT consultant with a several based IT Management and Strategy consulting firm responsible for IT strategic planning, project management services and web development practices. In a prior role, Mark worked for Hilton Hotels providing internal IT consulting services and managing multiple system implementation initiatives focused on property valuation, taxation and payment systems. Mark holds a BS degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Southern California, Viterbi School of Engineering and a MBA from University of Michigan, Ross School of Business.