Mark Clodfelter

Associate Dean - Professional and Continuing Studies @University of Delaware

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Mark Clodfelter enjoys a career of breadth and diversity. He is the Associate Dean of Professional and Continuing Studies at the University of Delaware and Principal Trumpet of the Asheville Symphony Orchestra. As a senior leader within UDPCS, Mark guides the strategic direction of one of the region’s most comprehensive continuing education enterprises—designing innovative pathways, expanding access, and strengthening alignment between education and workforce needs. His leadership emphasizes future-focused strategic planning, operational excellence, and the thoughtful integration of AI to increase impact, accelerate decision-making, and enhance learner outcomes. Under his direction, UDPCS expands opportunities for individuals to upskill and reskill, advancing both personal growth and regional economic vitality. Clodfelter’s academic career began at Mars Hill University, with subsequent appointments as Professor of Trumpet at the University of Kentucky, the University of North Carolina – Greensboro, and the University of Delaware. He also served UD as Director of the School of Music prior to his current appointment within PCS. Throughout his journey, he has built internationally recognized trumpet programs, the students from which continue to achieve coveted awards and prestigious positions. Mark’s 40-year performance career spans four continents, sharing the stage with renowned artists and contributing to multiple Grammy-recommended recordings. He has extensive experience in the recording industry as a performer, engineer, and producer, and is fluent in cutting-edge music technology. As a creative entrepreneur, he specializes in arts-centric business ventures that serve communities and advance the arts. He also provides career consulting, is an active public speaker, and educational clinician.