Visionary Business Leader & Executive Coach: Since 1992, Michael has been a driving force in leadership development, executive coaching, and organizational change consulting. With a relentless passion for excellence, he empowers leaders and teams to build resilient, high-performing, growth organizations that thrive amid change and innovation.

Expertise in Driving Enterprise Success: Michael is a master of talent development, leveraging it as the ultimate catalyst for sustainable enterprise performance. His unparalleled depth and breadth of experience enables him to operate seamlessly at both strategic and operational levels—from the C-Suite to the front lines.

Before transitioning into coaching and consulting, Michael honed his analytical and leadership skills as a systems engineer, project leader, and account executive for General Motors’ IT division. He also led an Agile software product team. This technical foundation equips him with a unique blend of strategic insight and operational expertise.

Trusted Partner to Global Industry Leaders: Michael has been a key partner to some of the world’s most successful organizations, including:

Apple | BHP | Clorox | P&G | GE Capital | Gilead | Google | Verizon Media | Yahoo! | Cisco | Agilent | JLL/T | John Muir Health | eBay | HP | Levi Strauss | Wells Fargo | Kaiser Health System | PNC Bank | Realtor .com | SGI | Sutter Health | StubHub | Optum | Vanguard | VFC | VMware | National Academy of Sciences

Proven Impact with Measurable Results: Since 2020 alone, Michael has coached over 250 leaders and teams, generating more than $250 million in documented ROI for his clients. His methodologies drive measurable transformation, ensuring that every engagement delivers tangible, long-lasting results.

Dynamic Facilitator, Consultant & Coach: Michael's coaching approach blends hard-earned wisdom, practical tools, and a relentless focus on results. With a unique combination of humor, respect, and courage, he inspires leaders to confront challenges head-on and unlock their full potential.

Author & Thought Leader: Michael is the author of From Breakdown to Breakthrough: Building Resilient Business Relationships in the Heat of Change (2017), a powerful exploration of leadership resilience based on in-depth interviews with top Silicon Valley executives.

A Legacy of Innovation & Growth: As the grandson of Kurt Lewin, a founding father of Organizational Development, Michael carries forward a legacy of groundbreaking work in human behavior and change management. Beyond his professional pursuits, Michael is an avid sailor, theatrical lighting designer, and musician, bringing creativity and passion into every aspect of his life.