Tanke Biosciences Corp. d.b.a BrandCraft Holdings, LLC announced that Kenneth Marks has joined the board of directors. Mr. Marks has a strong record of accomplishment as a senior executive with a proven track record, providing excellent operating, financial and corporate development leadership in U.S. domestic and global markets.

Mr. Marks has held senior level positions at Verizon Communications, Global Directory Services Company and Nynex Corporation as well as within the financial industry. At Verizon, Ken held the position of Vice President for Merger Integration following the merger between Bell Atlantic and GTE. Prior to Verizon, he was President and CEO of Global Directory Services Company, a Bell Atlantic and R.R.Donnelley &Sons joint venture.

Ken managed the growth of the information services company from its inception to over $575 million in annual revenue and 2000 employees, operating from offices in Europe, Asia and North America. Ken Marks has worked with several private equity firms as a Senior Advisor, including, Fulcrum Funds, LLC and LKM Ventures, LLC. Responsibilities included sourcing of capital, evaluating business opportunities and directing due diligence activities.