Mark Fellin: Balancing Joy and Creativity in Business

In this episode, Mark Fellin, Chief Quality Officer at Melissa & Doug, discusses his career journey from politics to quality assurance in the toy industry, emphasizing the importance of support networks and mentorship. He highlights the unique challenges of ensuring product safety and quality in wooden toys, and the importance of regulations in maintaining standards. Mark shares personal anecdotes about his family and work-life balance, emphasizing joy and creativity in his role. He also discusses the importance of engaging and supporting team members and the fulfillment that comes from seeing the positive impact of one's work.   Episode Highlights: 01:12 Meet Mark Fellin: Quality Leader at Melissa and Doug 02:28 Mark Fellin's Career Journey 04:46 Balancing Work and Family 08:16 The Toy Industry and Product Safety 22:34 Leadership Insights and Challenges   Mark S. Fellin is a seasoned leader in Quality Engineering, Compliance, and Safety, currently heading these efforts at Melissa & Doug. With a focus on enhancing product performance and integrity, Mark's work ensures a superior consumer experience. Before joining Melissa & Doug, he led global product safety teams at Amazon, where he also spearheaded regulatory and compliance initiatives. Mark's extensive career spans roles in retail, manufacturing, and government, including positions at the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. He holds degrees in Politics, Theology, and Strategic Public Relations, and lives in Alexandria, VA with his family.   Connect with Mark: Website: www.melissaanddoug.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markfellin/   For more insights: Follow me on my YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/47GgMdn  Sign up for my Weekly Newsletter:  https://bit.ly/3T09kVc Sign up for my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://bit.ly/49SmRV3 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.