Mark Dodd-Park

Commercial and business development leader with more than 35 years of experience delivering growth, building strategic partnerships and leading high-performing teams across aviation, healthcare, premium automotive and military sectors. A commercially focused professional with a proven track record of securing and managing multi-million-pound contracts, developing profitable customer relationships and identifying new market opportunities. Recognised for strong leadership, stakeholder engagement and the ability to deliver results in highly regulated and performance-driven environments.

Combining senior commercial expertise with a lifelong passion for cycling, endurance sport and outdoor performance, I bring a unique blend of commercial acumen, operational excellence and authentic customer understanding. I am particularly motivated by opportunities within the cycling and outdoor sector where personal enthusiasm aligns with professional capability.

Commercial Manager at Private Air Ambulance Provider (2016-01 – Present)

Lead commercial strategy and business development activities for an international fixed-wing air ambulance operator.

• Securing and managing multi-million-pound contracts with healthcare providers and government organisations.
• Building relationships with international stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Supporting sustainable revenue growth in a highly regulated environment.
• Contributing aviation expertise as a holder of a Frozen Airline Transport Pilot Licence (fATPL).

Chief Pilot at Skydive St George, Teesside Airport (2011-01 – 2016-12)

Directed all flying operations and pilot management activities.

• Led operational planning and compliance.
• Managed safety systems and regulatory relationships.
• Delivered operational performance while maintaining the highest safety standards.

Senior Leadership Roles at Lexus, BMW, Mercedes-Benz & Bentley (1997-01 – 2011-12)

Held a series of senior management positions including Dealer Principal, Sales Manager and Business Development Manager.

• Driving revenue growth and profitability.
• Leading and developing successful sales teams.
• Delivering exceptional customer experience within premium brands.
• Building long-term customer and manufacturer relationships.

Reconnaissance Specialist at British Army (1989-01 – 1997-12)

Served globally in demanding operational environments including the Falklands, Northern Ireland, Germany, Norway, Kenya, the Middle East, Canada and the United States. Developed leadership, resilience, decision-making and teamworking skills under pressure.

GCSE Education – Abingdon, Oxfordshire

A-Level Studies – British Army

Commercial Pilots License