2016 Arts Alumni Achievement Award Recipient
Following several years of teaching and academic research at Canadian institutions, Mark moved to China in 2003 where he started Red Gate International, a successful media and public relations company.
He is the founding Chair of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai, which is the pre-eminent organization supporting Canadian business and community interests in China. With Mark’s leadership for growing business and fostering Canadian culture abroad, the Chamber continues to thrive today. More recently, he has led initiatives in Singapore and Vietnam, inspiring their Canadian communities to develop business and cross-cultural connections.
Mark was awarded a 2013 Governor General's Medal in recognition of his significant contributions to Canada-Asia relations. With years of engaging with numerous communities abroad, Mark is truly a Canadian cultural ambassador.