[citation needed] He is also the founder and the Executive Director of Sea Studios Foundation, a non-profit team of film-makers, environmentalists and scientists who create films that raise public awareness of major issues facing the planet.
from Stanford University with honors in Biology, and conducted research at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution for two years.
He specializes in underwater filmmaking and has developed deep sea imaging system, and is an expert diver and U.S. Navy certified submersible co-pilot.
Mark founded the Sea Studios Foundation in order to leverage the power of film and bring public awareness on major issues affecting our planet's health.
In partnership with National Geographic Society, the Sea Studios Foundation has created a film series that brings focus on the Earth and its biodiversity, as well on the oceans.