Mark “ShaH” Evans is a fighter, coach, and motivational speaker whose life story proves that pain can be your greatest teacher. Raised in hardship and shaped by abuse, abandonment, and struggle, he refused to let his past define him. Instead, he used it as fuel to build a life rooted in purpose, discipline, and faith.
As the founder of You Control You, Mark has made it his mission to help others rise above their circumstances. Through his raw, unapologetic speaking style, he challenges audiences to stop waiting for rescue and start taking responsibility for their lives. His message is simple but powerful — no one’s coming to save you. You control your effort, your attitude, and your future.
From coaching fighters inside the cage to mentoring men and women searching for meaning, Mark connects on a deep level — blending honesty, humor, and hard truths to inspire real change. His talks aren’t about hype; they’re about self-mastery, emotional control, and the strength that comes from facing your darkness head-on.
Mark’s story is living proof that no matter how broken your past, you can rebuild stronger. Because when you take control of yourself, you take control of everything.