Dr. Mark Tobin is an executive coach and leadership consultant who has worked with an impressive array of the most senior executives in Fortune 500 companies. He is also a sport psychologist who has worked with some of the most elite athletes in the world to help them achieve peak performance in their professional and personal lives. Dr. Tobin often works with business leaders in the areas of executive presence, people development, influencing skills, communication, time management, work/life balance, and developing organizational vision and strategy. In addition to his individual work, Dr. Tobin also specializes in helping businesses and sport organizations develop high performance teams and cultures.
With professional and elite amateur athletes, Mark provides the psychological skills to allow athletes to fully realize their athletic potential. These include concentration, focusing, self-talk, dealing with adversity, visualization, competition planning/evaluation, performance anxiety and understanding the “zone” of peak performance. He also works with athletes when clinical issues are negatively impacting their performance. These can include substance abuse, anger management, anxiety, depression, loss of self-confidence and relationship/family issues.
Mark has a unique combination of training and experience in business, athletics and psychology. He received his B.A. in Business Management. Dr. Tobin’s business experience includes a prior position as an investment advisor with a Wall Street based firm. His graduate education includes a Masters degree in Applied Psychology, a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology and a Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology. Dr. Tobin’s significant athletic background includes previous positions as an assistant PGA golf professional. This varied experience allows him to easily establish rapport and credibility with those aspiring to the highest levels of performance in a variety of settings.
Dr. Tobin is known for his strategic approach with clients. He realizes performance based individuals need solutions that deliver results in the real world. He provides his clients with the self-knowledge and practical tools to excel in their professional and personal lives.
Keynote Speaking
Dr. Mark Tobin delivers keynote speeches to share his experience, insights, tools, and processes of sustainable excellence. Each speech is customized for the needs of the audience. To bring Dr. Tobin to your organization or event, please contact The Tobin Company office at (704) 373-0134.
Who Can Benefit
- Corporations & Teams/Divisions of Corporations
- Leadership Teams
- Corporate
- Nonprofits
- Educational Organizations (Schools, Administration, etc.)
- Healthcare
- Sports Organizations & Teams (Including Coaches, Front Office and Athletes)
- HR Departments & Organizations
- Military Organizations
- Trade Associations
- Physicians and Health Care Teams/Organizations
- Entrepreneurs & Small Business Owners
- Business Schools (MBA and Leadership Programs)
- FAA/Pilots
- Couples with One or Both Members Committed to Excellence (Therapy Conferences, Workshops, etc.)
- School Systems
- Actors, Musicians, Writers & Other Artists
Speaking and Coaching Feedback from Event Organizers
“Mark is a dynamic presenter who engages his audience. He conveys high credibility and professionalism. His considerable experience coaching senior leaders allows him to offer pragmatic tools individuals can immediately use to enhance their lives and careers.”
—Mary Howerton, Ph.D.
Former Adjunct Professor, Master of Science in Organization Development Program,
Queens University of Charlotte
Previous Chairperson of Carolina Coaching Conference
“Dr. Tobin has done a tremendous job in motivating my clients to improve themselves both on and off the golf course. His goal planning sessions and coaching have specifically helped two of my students achieve full college golf scholarships. In addition, Mark has delivered dynamic messages in sport psychology seminars to my students and their families. He is able to work through the pertinent material by emphasizing the key areas to facilitate thought and discussion. His passion for excellence and empowering the students to strive for their own excellence is outstanding.”
—Chris Haarlow, PGA Class A Professional
2024 Carolinas PGA Player of the Year
Former Carolinas PGA Junior Leader of the Year
US Kids Master Top 50 Instructor
Head Instructor, Precision Golf School
Audience Comments from Speaking Engagements
“Thank you for presenting such an insightful and relevant event. This was one of the best events we’ve ever had.”
“I thought [Mark] was very honest and candid, best speaker I have seen at any event. I was very pleased that he knew the culture so well.”
“The leadership concepts presented in this event were fantastic and succinct. The allotted time was utilized very effectively and I feel I got a LOT of value from the event. The concept of servant leadership is something that will stick with me for a long time.”
“This was one of the best company events I’ve attended. Excellent.”
Executive Coaching Media
View Dr. Tobin’s panel discussions on executive presence and leadership in the Video Gallery.