Mark Alhermizi is a visionary entrepreneur and first-generation Chaldean-American who embodies the tenacity and drive of his hometown, Metro Detroit. Born into a family of business owners, Mark learned the value of hard work and dedication at a young age. He put himself through undergraduate and law school by running his own tech consulting firm while also contributing to the family business, laying the foundation for his future success as a serial entrepreneur. 

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Mark's educational background includes a degree in Finance with High Distinction honors from the University of Michigan Ross Business School and a law degree from the University of Michigan Law School.  

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While practicing M&A law in Metro Detroit, Mark launched the first stadium-style bar and restaurant concept, which was later emulated by many, including ESPN. He successfully built a chain of three locations before selling to Mr. B's, a large local Detroit restaurant chain. After exiting this business, Mark was recruited by WPP to run corporate development and M&A for all J. Walter Thompson companies in New York City.  

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While at JWT, Mark gained valuable insights into the advertising and media business, which led to his creation of the Gas Station TV (GSTV) concept. Mark personally founded and seeded the launch of GSTV, securing national long-term distribution contracts; ultimately raising outside capital to grow it into a national media network. Under his leadership, GSTV became the largest gas pump media network in the country. Today, GSTV is a billion-dollar business that reaches over a billion consumers annually through 10,000 gas stations. 

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Following his successful exit from GSTV, Mark established his family office and began making passive investments in various verticals. After the passing of his father, Mark embarked on a passion project to improve the end-of-life planning and insurance space, resulting in his latest startup, Everdays, which he continues to operate today. 

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Throughout his ventures, Mark takes pride in developing novel concepts, assembling the right leadership teams, and designing and building highly profitable business models. He currently resides in Birmingham, Michigan, with his wife of over 30 years, their four children, and their dog.