Described as "half Robin Williams and half Mr. Rogers," Michael is more than a simple motivational speaker! Diagnosed with "brain damage" at age four, called a "nerd" by his peers, beaten up by bullies, and severely dyslexic, Michael has discovered strength comes from challenges. As he puts it... "Yuk makes you stronger!"

A successful Certified Speaking Professional, Michael has presented in all 50 states, 4 Canadian provinces, New Zealand, the Marshall Islands & Australia and last year alone, spoke to over 300,000 individuals in corporations, associations, schools and human service organizations. Incorporating personal stories with humor and priceless information, he is asked back again and again to speak on wellness, avoiding burnout, leadership, mental health, and violence prevention!

Michael is co-author of five books, the youngest president in the history of the National Speakers Association of Michigan, a charter member of NSA Pittsburgh, one of only four Honorary Lifetime Members of National Speakers Association New England, and one of less than 600 Certified Speaking Professionals on the planet! (Not bad for a brain-damaged nerd!)

1.As seen on CBS's 60 Minutes & The Today Show!

2.Co-author of Teen Empower, Lead Now, Teen Power & Beyond, Go Make a Difference, & Business from the Bottom Line

3.Increase YOUR success through Contagious Leadership!

4.Save people by preventing Burnout!

5.Your Convention's Insurance Policy!

6.Humor & Inspiration with a practical message!

7.The speaker they can't stop talking about!

QUOTE: "Never in my years of experience have I met an adult that could reach so many young people in such an effective way... Michael is by far the best!" - Marlene Gonet, Substance Abuse Counselor, Pioneer High School, Ann Arbor, MI

QUOTE: "He spoke to our hearts, to our minds and to our souls. His message was loud and clear, quiet and subtle. He was very deserving of the standing ovation given him." - Nancy A. De Korp, Ed.D., SASH Coordinator, Lakeside Institute Director

TITLES of the most popular programs:

-The Art of Taking Care Of Yourself (Prevent Burnout, Coping with Stress)

-Contagious Leadership

-Becoming the Best Generation (Finding Strength From Adversity)