Mark Hughes is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in the mortgage and capital markets sectors. Currently serving as the Executive Vice President of Business Development and Third-Party Due Diligence at Mortgage Connect Risk Solutions, Mark has held significant leadership roles including President and Managing Director at Evolve Mortgage Services, LLC, and President & Chief Executive Officer at New Diligence Advisors. Additionally, Mark has operated as a Principal Consultant in Mortgage Capital Markets on a self-employed basis. Mark's academic background includes a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Business/Management from Fordham University, where education has continued at Fordham Gabelli School of Business since 1986.