Mark grew up farming with his father and 2 brothers in Tulare County. He has great memories of the family farm lifestyle though Dad told his sons to find better careers. Mark began his career in Ag Retail at Gillespie Ag Service and has over 40 years’ experience in various roles with UAP, Leffingwell Ag Sales, Nutrien Ag Solutions and IAP. He has held a QAL license since 2005, trainings from Purdue University “Business & Management Academy, and multiple professional development trainings throughout his career. Mark appreciates the “Hands On” management and “School of Hard Knocks” teaching methods and can name several true mentors in his life and career.

Mark came to LMG Ag Products to help open the new Lodi Ca retail location. It opened on October 27, 2025. He is the Branch Manager at LMG Ag Products “Lodi”.

Mark and his wife, Mishel, live SE of Sacramento. It is close to their two grandchildren to enjoy time with. When Mark gets time away, he enjoys golfing and fishing.