Michael has a background in management consulting, financial management and business operations across various industries. He has held senior positions at large corporations including Teletech, Tandem Computers, Compaq Computers, Lucent Technologies and Ascend Communications. He recently returned to the US from Asia after living full time in Hong Kong, Singapore and Thailand.
In addition to his corporate experience, he has started and run diverse companies in the US, Hong Kong and Thailand in various industry sectors. For example he created a Motor Home storage, rental and consignment business in California, a dry cleaning business in Connecticut, a Tourism company in Thailand, Recruitment company in Thailand and consulting companies in Hong Kong and Thailand. Michael was a member of the Sasin Bangkok Venture Club where he helped startups with financial and strategic planning and mentoring of the leadership teams.
Michael has a unique blend of entrepreneurial ventures, corporate leadership, and cross-cultural expertise in both SE Asian and Western markets.
Michael is a Rotarian and has held several senior positions in The Rotary Club of Parker Co as President, Grants Chair and fundraising event organizer. In The Rotary Club of Bangkok South Thailand he held the position of Worldwide Services Chair, highlights include:
• Fundraising and Grant Writing: As a leader within Rotary International, he directed numerous fundraising campaigns, secured grants, and cultivated long-lasting donor relationships.
• Volunteer Leadership: His global business experience has honed his ability to lead diverse teams, manage volunteers and align Rotary International goals with club initiatives.
• Community Impact: he has consistently designed and managed programs that foster community engagement and deliver measurable benefits.