Mark Peters
- Vice President of Sales
- Avive Solutions Inc
School Information
School: Temple University
College Major: Business
Years at College Works: 2006
Career Information
Working For: Avive Solutions Inc
Title: Vice President of Sales
Industry: MedicalWhat Has Been Your Proudest Accomplishment Post-CWP?
At 27-years-old I was a homeowner, leading the sales team in an industry normally dominated by 15+ year veterans, and well on my way to a prosperous career.
College Works Career Impact
In one sentence, what has CW meant to you?
Stepping stone to greatness…
How did your CW experience impact your career? Immediately after graduation? Now?
Job offer prior to 2008 graduation; Excellent resume builder for future employment.
What do you want to tell your clients about what it meant to work with them and how it has helped you get to where you are today?
Thank you for the lessons you’ve taught me and the opportunity you gave me.
What was the greatest lesson you learned from your CW experience?
College Works Painting taught me dedication towards hard work is the only thing that differentiates success and failure.
How have the friendships and networks you built during CW affected you?
Maintaining professional relationships with many District Managers.
If you had to come up with a one line slogan for CW, what would it be?
Painting Dreams, Creating Futures
Advice
What advice do you have for potential CW participants? Current CW participants?
It may be just a paint brush, a house, and a can of paint…. But, that doesn’t mean there aren’t many valuable life lessons you’ll learn.
What’s your best advice for someone interested in entering your career field?
The job market no longer warrants industry-specific internships – Nor are companies looking for cookie-cutter hires. College Works Painting allows for you to stand-out.
What’s your favorite memory from CW?
Senor Frogs…. Going across the pool…. In my underwear.
Last words of wisdom?
Live for a Passion!