Mark has been in involved in outreach to those affected by cults, occult, and other questionable religions for over 25 years. He has counseled with people who have exited cults along with their families. To learn more about how cults function, he has infiltrated several of these groups. As a Denver Police Officer for thirty nine years, Mark has received calls from law enforcement agencies around the country seeking information and help in dealing with cults in their areas. He has also given presentations to police agencies as well as churches and schools. Mark was a founding member of the Cult Awareness Network affiliate in Denver. He also served on the CAN national board of directors during the mid-eighties. He was also on the staff of what was called the Christian Research Association in Denver as their cult researcher. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Colorado Christian University.  In 2018 He earned a Masters Degree in Theology from Colorado Christian University. Mark lives in Denver, Colorado.