Mark Stege

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Board Member – Marshall Islands, Marshall Islands Chamber of Commerce.

Mark Stege is the Immediate Past President of the Marshall Islands Chamber of Commerce. He is a respected member of his community who regularly engages in economic planning with government and private sector representatives both in the Marshall Islands and Micronesian region, focusing on strategies to build local capacity, expand economic opportunities, and foster resilient growth for large ocean states. He directs a consultancy firm based in Majuro with core competencies in data-driven policy and culturally responsive practices, particularly in relation to the ocean economy and climate resilience. Mark is also deeply involved in education and the advancement of science (both Western and Indigenous) in the Pacific region.

Areas of Expertise

• Blue Ocean Economies: Experience in advocating for private sector growth and collaborative economic initiatives.
• Climate Resilience: Expertise in climate adaptation and conservation efforts, including water resource management.
• Community Development: Skilled in municipal governance and development of evidence-based resource allocation and decision-making especially in rural communities.

Passionate About 

Mark is committed to creating economic opportunities that optimize outcomes for island communities, their environment and their economy. In this way, he hopes to foster long-term prosperity and in turn a resilient Pacific that adapts to imminent climate challenges.

Vision for PIPSO 

“To be the leading advocate for the needs of the Pacific private sector community so that the private sector can fulfill its critical role in society.”