Merrill, Mark: - Mark Merrill is the founder and president of Family First, a widely respected national non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the family. Mark hosts the Family Minute with Mark Merrill, a national daily radio program. He has appeared on NBC's Today Show, numerous ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC network affiliates and network radio programs including NPR, CBS Radio, and the Canadian Broadcasting Network.His comments and writings have appeared in publications including USA Today, the Washington Times, and Sports Illustrated . As an energetic advocate for the family, Mark speaks at conferences and events hosted by major companies, NFL teams, as well as special engagements for dignitaries.Before founding Family First in 1991, Mark practiced law in Florida for seven years.Mark, his wife, Susan, and their five children live in Tampa, Florida.