Mark finds many similarities between what he does and what he loves. At first glance, being a project manager at WHR doesn�t appear to be all that similar to how a jazz ensemble performs, but Mark believes the likeness is striking. �Jazz brings musicians together, and while they may start off with the same sheet of music, what makes them great is their ability to improvise while maintaining a central theme and ultimately working together to finish the song.� Managing projects also requires this kind of improvisation.
Much of Mark�s appreciation for harmony in music and nature can be attributed to his Taliesin Fellowship from the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture. The school�s holistic approach to learning architecture struck a chord with him. �I�ve always thought that the master builder concept and problem solving were interrelated.� Mark believes that the master builder, much like a great jazz artist, needs a solid understanding to give meaning to his work.
�I respect the knowledge base and appreciate WHR�s promotion of continuing education. WHR uses team members with decades of experience in addition to younger, eager talent. It�s a good, balanced mix.�
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