Mark Davis

Head of Education Products at Blackbaud

Mark Davis is Vice President and Head of Education Products at Blackbaud, where he leads product strategy, innovation, and business operations for K–12 and higher education institutions. During his 25-year career with Blackbaud, Mark has served in a variety of leadership roles across the organization, giving him a broad perspective on the challenges, opportunities, and evolving needs of the institutions we serve.

A passionate advocate for education, Mark believes technology should empower schools, colleges, and universities to focus more time and energy on the people they serve. He works closely with school leaders, educators, and industry advisors to shape solutions that strengthen connections among students, families, faculty, alumni, and donors while helping institutions advance their missions in a rapidly changing world.

Mark writes about the trends shaping the future of education, including digital transformation, data intelligence, and artificial intelligence, with a focus on helping institutions achieve their goals while preserving the human relationships at the heart of learning.