Mark was diagnosed with ALS on 7/7/11.  Prior to this, he did not have any ALS symptoms until his golf swing began to falter, according to his dad.  Not long after, he fell off his horse, broke 4 ribs, and that is when his doctor noticed fasciculations in his arms and legs.   Once diagnosed, he knew that he approach was going to be win-win to this disease.  Next, he participated in clinical trials that he hoped would help his generation or the next for a win. The other win would be God taking him home. He figured he couldn't lose with that mindset.  After persevering through disease declining stages from 2011-2017, his wife, Lisa, suggested different supplemental protocols, specifically including L- Serine and LEAP2BFIT.  In addition, Mark has participated in Dr. Richard Bedlack’s ALS Reversal Program in which he is currently #41.  Since, he has drastically improved from wheelchair and hoya lift bound to free-walking and trach removal.  During this time, he felt called to advocate for others diagnosed with ALS and their caregivers.  He also committed to a personal ambition with a slogan of Never Surrender.  Lastly, in 2013, he formed two organizations that promote ALS Awareness and support to his fellow ALS Pals, The Manchester Project, Inc. and Mark's Madness, LLC.
"Never Surrender"