Mark Holland is an American pastor, politician, and community leader who served as the 28th Mayor of Kansas City, Kansas, from 2013 to 2018. He has also been engaged in a number of political pursuits, including an attempt to run for U.S. Senate in 2022.

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Net Worth
Specific figures are not made public, but some sources estimated Mark’s net worth at about $3 million, which he earned through his political career and several roles in the Canadian government.

Biography
Category | Details |
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Full Name | Mark Holland |
Age | 55 years (as of 2024) |
Net Worth | Estimated at $3 million |
Height | Not publicly disclosed |
Education | BA in Philosophy and Anthropology (Southern Methodist University), Master of Divinity (Iliff School of Theology), Doctor of Ministry (Saint Paul School of Theology) |
Career | Former Mayor of Kansas City, Kansas (2013-2018), former U.S. Senate candidate (2022) |
Spouse | Aerlyn O’Keefe |
Children | 4 children |
Education
- Undergraduate: Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Texas, majoring in philosophy and anthropology.
- Graduate:
- Master of Divinity from the Iliff School of Theology.
Doctor of Ministry, Saint Paul School of Theology.

Career:
Served as a social worker in the Peace Corps in southeast Asia. I served as a precinct delegate while I was in college.
- Was elected as the 28th Mayor of Kansas City, Kansas, and served from 2013 to 2018.
- In 2022, she ran for the U.S. Senate but was unfortunately defeated by incumbent Senator Jerry Moran.
Age
As of 2024, Mark Holland had celebrated his 55th birthday on May 6th.

Personal Life:
- Wife: Married Aerlyn O’Keefe.
- Children: Four children.

FAQs
What does Mark Holland do now?
In 2024, Mark Holland is involved in community leadership and advocacy work around issues such as LGBTQ+ inclusion in the church.
Did Mark Holland hold any other political roles?
Yes, he was the 28th Mayor of Kansas City, Kansas, serving from 2013 through 2018.
What does Mark Holland believe about LGBTQ+ inclusion in the church?
Mark Holland is a co-founder of Mainstream UMC, which advocates for full inclusion of the LGBTQ+ community in the life of the United Methodist Church, including ordination and marriage.