Bagan, Mark G. passed away at the age of 58, leaving behind a legacy of unparalleled achievement and dedication. He left us on April 16th, leaving behind his loving wife and cherished children, who were the center of his universe. Born April 25, 1965, Mark embarked on a remarkable professional journey with the Minneapolis Grain Exchange ("MGEX") marked by unwavering determination and dedication. His illustrious career spanned decades, starting as an Intern in 1987 and ascending to Chief Executive Officer in 2005, the role he held until his death. He was a titan in the futures industry, with his expertise, strategic vision, and relentless pursuit of excellence propelling him to the pinnacle of his industry and earning him widespread admiration and respect. Throughout his tenure at MGEX, Mark exhibited exceptional leadership, guiding his teams with wisdom, integrity, and compassion. He was a visionary whose innovative thinking and bold decision-making consistently set new standards of success. After becoming Chief Executive Officer, Mark was on the forefront of innovation leading the MGEX closure of the open outcry futures floor after more than a century, making face-to-face trading a thing of the past and creating the electronic trading platform as the way of the future. Mark also proudly oversaw the 125th MGEX Anniversary celebration in 2006 and began working to transition the MGEX to a for-profit entity to pave its path for its future. His crowning achievement came in 2020, when after the 139-year-old MGEX had become the last agricultural futures exchange operating on its own, the 402 seat members overwhelmingly approved its sale to Miami International Holdings, a rapidly growing player in the space. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Mark was a dedicated husband, father, brother, and son, whose love and devotion knew no bounds. He cherished every moment spent with his beloved family, he is survived by his wife (Anne Bagan), and his four adult children (Shaley Bagan, Drayton Bagan, Alyssa Glass, and Lindsay Glass), his parents (JoAnn Bagan and Greg Bagan), and his siblings (Brian (Shelley) Bagan, Kelley (Robert) Garcia, and Sean (Andrea) Bagan, and several nieces and nephews who loved him dearly. Mark infused their lives with laughter, joy, and unwavering support. His family was his greatest source of pride and his most cherished legacy. Mark was happiest outdoors spending time with family in his favorite places over the years, including Wisconsin and Florida residences. Mark will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. His boisterous spirit, boundless generosity, and profound wisdom will forever serve as a beacon of inspiration for those who follow in his footsteps. Though he may no longer walk among us, his legacy will endure, a testament to the transformative power of a life lived with purpose and passion. His impact will continue to be felt for generations to come. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Mark G. Bagan Scholarship Fund (everloved.com/life-of/mark-ba…) to support philanthropic causes important to the Bagan family. A celebration of Mark's life was held on April 20th with immediate family to honor his memory and commemorate the profound impact he had on all who knew him.