Born in Merrillville, Indiana, Markus joins The Garrett Companies as a Construction Project Engineer. Markus began his career working as a project engineer for a company in the heavy industrial field, working primarily in refineries and chemical plants. He later joined the commercial world, working as a project engineer on an Amazon Fulfillment Center. He received his degree in Building Construction Management from Purdue, considering it his greatest personal accomplishment. Markus has two German Shepherds, likes all genres of music, and is currently watching Jack Ryan on Amazon. His favorite movie is Wolf of Wall Street, favorite restaurants are either Panda Express or Outback Steakhouse, and says he would love to someday visit Switzerland. Markus is an avid motorcycle enthusiast, having ridden motocross since he was 5 years old. He is passionate about motocross, working out, his friendships, and his career.