“Praying for Kaelie” – A 4 Year Old Girl with Neuroblastoma January 10, 2013
Posted by Chris Mark in Uncategorized.Tags: cancer, kaelie young, neuroblastoma, praying for kaelie, sick child
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Occasionally I use this blog for more altruistic purposes than ranting, opining, and boosting my own ego by seeing my words in print. This is one of those times. As you can see from the picture, Kaelie Young is a sweet little 4 year old girl. She is, unfortunately, also fighting Neuroblastoma. She has a loving family with 6 brothers and sisters but she is struggling with chemo therapy. As the father of a 3 year old, I cannot imagine how difficult it is to see your child so sick. It is truly heartbreaking.
If you are a religious person, please donate your prayers. If you are not religious, please donate your positive thoughts and well wishes. Regardless, if you see fit, please consider donating to help Kaelie. As can be imagined, the medical bills are significant. They also take donated items at drop-off locations. You can visit her website here to learn more. Thank you,
New Role – AT&T Consulting PCI Practice Lead! January 4, 2013
Posted by Chris Mark in Uncategorized.Tags: AT&T, Chris Mark, Consulting, credit card, PCI DSS, QSA, security
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I am proud to announce that as of January 3, 2013 I have accepted and started a new position with AT&T Consulting. I am the new PCI Practice Lead directing the PCI DSS auditing and consulting efforts within AT&T. I am excited to work with the most experienced, professional PCI DSS experts and QSAs in the industry. I have had frequent opportunity to interact with the AT&T PCI team over the years and have been consistently impressed with their technical expertise and professionalism. Their industry leading services are testament to the quality of the team and the leadership that preceded me in this role. Please feel free to contact me if you have any PCI DSS needs!
Chris Mark in Jan 2013 TransactionWorld: “Only Certainies are Death, Taxes, and PCI DSS.” January 2, 2013
Posted by Chris Mark in Uncategorized.Tags: Chris Mark, data breach, Heather Mark, InfoSec, mastercard, PCI DSS, security, transactionworld, TSYS, visa
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Chris Mark (this guy with two thumbs) is in the January 2013 edition of TransactionWorld Magazine. You can read my article titled: “In 2013 the only certainties are Death, Taxes, and the PCI DSS” in which I opine about the need for PCI DSS and other security standards as we enter 2013. The bio on the article is not accurate and still references an old position I had at ProPay. That being said, ProPay is a great company for which I was fortunate and proud to have worked, a company at which my illustrious wife, Dr. Heather Mark still works, and a company who deserve a big Congrats for being acquired by TSYS!..all in all…no harm, no foul.
Donation Information For Newtown, CT December 16, 2012
Posted by Chris Mark in Uncategorized.Tags: CT, Donations, Newtown, sandy hook, United Way
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If you feel moved, please consider donating to those in Newtown, CT. As you can imagine, many families are struggling. You can donate through a local Newtown Bank or through the United Way.
c/o Newtown Savings Bank
39 Main Street, Newtown CT 06470
In Rememberance of Newtown, Connecticut December 14, 2012
Posted by Chris Mark in Uncategorized.Tags: adam lanza, newton connecticut, sandy hook, shooting
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Today a piece of America died at the hands of a person who murdered 20 innocent children and 6 innocent adults in Newtown, Connecticut. There are no words to describe the anger, horror, and sadness I personally feel and, I am sure, we all feel today. This holiday season, please remember what is important in life. Hug your children, loved ones, and friends a little tighter and remember those who died today.
If you are religious, please remember those who died and their families in your prayers and if you are not religious, please honor them in your own way. I will post opportunities to donate as they become available.
God Bless
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