Born in Salt Lake City Utah. He has a degree in Film and a degree in Mass Communications. He went on to receive an MBA in Global Management.

Mark started out as a model and was cast as a featured extra on the film "A Midnight Clear". It was there were he met Gary Sinise and Ethan Hawk that convinced him that he should pursue a film career.

Mark went on to work on many film and TV movies in various positions from 1st AD to Set Decorator. In the following years He took a break from film to raise a family and pursue employment in the Nutrition industry. He owns High energy Labs, inc a Sports Nutrition/Supplement Company.

It wasn't until 2010 that Mark decided to get involved with the film industry again. Two years later he garnered accolades for Saint Street (2012), Directed by Rob Diamond, the film was nominated and won Best Actor, and Best Director.

Mark is also the owner of Guardian Angel Films, a production company. He enjoys producing, acting and directing.