Mark founded MDFS in 2017 and has been coaching football for over 25 years. He gained his UEFA B License in 2003 and went on to work for Bolton Wanderers in their academy for over ten years, before later scouting for their first team and academy. He is also a qualified teacher, after successful completion of his PGCE teaching degree in 2009. Mark has worked at Bradford Park Avenue in their academy and first team, helping the team reach the National League North play-offs. He was also previously part of the coaching team at Northern Premier League side Liversedge.

Mark has lived in Halifax all his life and has been married to Deb for over 30 years, with two children – Sam and Megan – both of whom either currently work for MDFS or have done previously.