Mark "Butch" Abendshein is the president of ABOCO Investments. As a geological scientist for Exxon for 22 years, Abendshein explored the Far East and America. He received his bachelor's degree from Clemson University and his master's from Northern Arizona University. Abendshein served on the Clemson University Geoscience Department's long range committee. He served on the George R. Brown Partnership board and a member of the advisory board for the Cystic Fibrosis Association.
Promoting America's understanding of the world - the people, the politics, economics, and relationships - and improving the ability of our citizens to participate in the world community.