Mark is a Senior Advisor at Recognize, with a focus on strategy and portfolio company advisory. Prior to this role, Mark worked at Cognizant Technology Solutions as a Vice President and was responsible for elevating the firm’s role in helping companies transform their businesses. Prior to joining Cognizant, Mark had a 28 year career at Accenture, including 18 years as a partner. Mark currently serves as President and CEO of the Nashville Symphony. Mark is also the Founder and President of The Riedel & Cody Fund, a 501c3 not-for-profit charitable organization. The Riedel & Cody Fund focuses on many aspects of companion animal cancer, including treatment funding and support. Mark received his BA, Economics from Vanderbilt in 1981, and his MBA from the Owen Graduate School of Management in 1982. He has served on Owen’s Alumni Board and is currently on the school’s Board of Visitors. Mark lives in Tennessee with his wife, Theresa, where both are quite active in civic and charitable organizations.
