Mark Lavender
Director
Operations, Leadership & Growth
Mark Lavender is a highly accomplished senior executive with over 20 years of leadership experience across construction, industrial manufacturing, building materials, and engineered products. He has held Managing Director and Regional Director roles within large international organisations, with full responsibility for P&L, strategy, operations, and people.
Mark has led businesses across the UK, Middle East, Asia, and Africa, managing complex, multi-site operations and diverse management teams. He has a proven track record of driving profitable growth, operational excellence, and cultural development within mature and growth markets alike.
During his tenure at Etex, a global construction materials group with operations in over 45 countries, Mark held senior leadership roles overseeing regional and global business units. He was responsible for sales, manufacturing operations, capital investment, safety, HR, and strategic expansion, delivering consistent revenue growth, margin improvement, and cost efficiencies.
Mark brings deep expertise in operational leadership, performance management, and team development. He is particularly skilled at strengthening second-tier management, improving execution discipline, and building leadership capability within organisations.
At Global Tech Assets, Mark supports the group’s operational strategy, providing guidance on integration, leadership development, and performance improvement across portfolio businesses. His involvement reinforces our commitment to long-term ownership, operational excellence, and responsible stewardship.