Leaders Who Connect

“Michael is one of those unique people who can make an immediate impact. In the trainings I’ve seen him lead, he’s able to spark meaningful reflection and help leaders think differently about how they connect and grow. His deep experience, authenticity, and insight truly set him apart – he knows how to bring out the best in others, which makes him easy to recommend.”

Eric Haman

Sr. Director, Global Corporate Communications
West Pharmaceutical Services

“Mike possesses a rare blend of experience, expertise, and passion to chart Day 1 improvements to organizational leadership and culture. As a retired military senior leader and current corporate executive, I’ve seen what right looks like, and Mike has it. His keen understanding of how leaders must connect to their people has never been more relevant, and his engaging personality and real world processes and tools drive at home like nothing I’ve ever seen. We’ve all read the books and been to plenty of seminars. Mike is different. His workshops inspire and enhance leaders at every level, from first time supervisors to the C-suite. In my experience, culture and leadership are the key differentiators between success and failure, and Mike tips the scales.”

Dan Talati

Retired Navy Colonel and Chief of Staff at AEVEX Aerospace

“Mike is a joy to work with, and he excels at helping leaders connect with the audiences they need to reach.”

Charlene Lake

Kansas State University Foundation Board
Big 12 Business Advisory Board
Former AT&T Chief Sustainability Officer

“The Ernest Shackleton case is a great tool for teaching new managers how to lead teams in uncertain times and Michael’s approach to it is exceptional. He brings expertise, adventure, humor, and thoughtful discussion to his audiences and leaves them with a powerful roadmap for effective servant leadership that gets results.”

Mil Galvin

Sr. Partner, Talent Development
FleishmanHillard

“Michael was exactly what our team needed at our recent leadership retreat. His immersive and interactive workshop as the Antarctic Explorer Ernest Shackleton kept us on the edge of our seats and provided great insights into how to lead effectively in trying times. We also benefitted greatly from his enlightening session on creating deeper connections with clients to build and maintain trust.”

Bob McKenney

President at Pennington and Company

“It is a rare privilege to work with someone who elevates everyone around him. Mike is one of those extraordinary individuals. Across every interaction, he demonstrates a level of authenticity, charisma, and human centered leadership not commonly seen in today’s professional landscape. Mike builds relationships through trust, connection, and a shared sense of purpose. Few leaders can create that kind of atmosphere, and even fewer can sustain it with such humility and consistency. Mike knows how to move people not just processes. He helps leaders see themselves more clearly, teams understand each other more deeply, and organizations operate with more authenticity and heart.”

Dr Tréon McClendon

AVP University of Missouri

“Mike is a fearless servant leader with an unwavering sense of calm and a firm commitment to his values. He brings passion and purpose to his work and puts relationships at the center of his approach to client service. I can’t recommend him highly enough for leaders looking to take their work to the next level.”

Francesca Jarosz Brady

Founder and CEO Pen+Principle