CO-FOUNDER Mark Thress, MM, MA, is an accomplished classical and commercial musician, with a wide range of experiences that have shaped his development as a well-rounded artist, performer, and scholar. His background includes 15+ years of experience on stage and in the studio, and approximately 100 hours in voice therapy clinics and operating room observation. Mark’s clients have had noteworthy success both nationally and internationally on National Tours, Broadway, Television, and Cruise Ships, with 3+ Billion digital streams, collaborations w/ Grammy-winning producers, opened for acts such as Taylor Swift, Paramore, Lady A, and Amy Grant, received sync deals for Amazon Prime Originals, and performed nationally and internationally at nearly every major stadium and commercial venue. He received recognition as the 1st Place Male Vocalist in the NATS National competition and produced the nation’s "Best Male Collegiate A Cappella Album" (CARA). Mark was also hired as surprise guest — by the VP of A&R from one of the "Big 3" major Record Label conglomerates — to perform at the famous Schermerhorn Symphony Center. Mark previously taught several courses at Belmont and Lipscomb University in Nashville, and is recognized as a Distinguished Alumni by Ohio State University for his work as a mentor of young professionals in the music Industry.  He is both a CMA and SOLID member, and serves on the SOLID board as co-chair of the Music Market Committee.