Mark discovered his love of technology at a young age thanks to a couple of computers donated to his school by the United Nations. Born and raised in Lebanon, Mark founded his first tech company by the age of 17 and built award-winning technology systems before his 21st birthday.

After moving to the U.S. to study at the University of Detroit Mercy, Mark led the development of a connected car project for the United States Army. With aspirations to create a better world through technology, Mark co-founded Dialexa, a Technology, Research and Creation firm that helped build more than 100 products and was later acquired by IBM. Its internal incubator, Dialexa Labs, has spun out four companies including Vinli, the world’s leading connected car platform, Robin, the world's first robotic mowing service, and Rosy Wellness, the first-of-its-kind platform offering women a holistic approach to sexual health and wellness.

Today, Mark is the Chief Executive Officer of Vinli, and sits on the board of Vinli, Rosy, Aim7, and UNICEF USA (Great Plains Region). He is also a Presidential Leadership Scholar (PLS), a type-rated pilot, and a member of YPO. Mark resides in Dallas, Texas, with his wife, Claire, and the couple’s three young children. When he’s not in Dallas, Mark is sharing his story on the global stage advocating for children and refugee rights.