Originally from Tampa Florida, Mark graduated from Columbine High School in Colorado and the University of Northern Colorado with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance. He started in the automotive industry in the early 90’S with Pat Ryan & Associates in their specialist program. He was promoted and quickly became one of their top District Managers. Mark also worked a number of years in the retail side of the industry which opened the door to a partnership with the Advantage Group in Atlanta, Ga.  - all the while developing his training and F&I development skills. In October 1999, Mark ventured out and started the Dealer Performance Group. Today DPG is considered one of the best Finance and Insurance Training and Development companies in the automotive Industry helping their clients to succeed at every customer touchpoint!