Mark Ludy is an author, illustrator, and speaker who has spent the past 27 years helping people reconnect with imagination as a source of identity rather than performance. Through story, humor, and practical insight, he invites educators, leaders, and communities to notice the quiet choices that shape culture and to lead with intention. Mark is the creator of The Flower Man, and his work centers on the ripple effect of hope, courage, and creative expression in everyday life.