Executives and entrepreneurs who want to use learning and talent development as a competitive advantage speak with Michael. He is the go-to person to turn the complex into simple. He can quickly see through the clutter to design, develop and implement learning and talent strategies that produce tangible business results within any given constraints.To learning and talent leaders, Michael offers an objective perspective on what works. He supports internal learning departments in the design, development and implementation of winning learning and talent strategies that produce dramatic results. Whether it is about leveraging eLearning, virtual classroom, blended learning, social learning or putting together formal certification or educational programs, Michael and his team provide just-in-time expert resources to help you make it happen.His clients benefit from his experience of having developed learning and talent development programs that have impacted close to two million individuals in more than 100 countries. He works for leading progressive organizations with the highest standards in various industries ranging from small businesses and start-ups to large global enterprises such as Citibank, Heinz, Microsoft, Selective Insurance, AT&T, Kohler, Porsche, Ryder, Burger King, Michelin, and Heidelberg among many others, including some government agencies and non-profits.Michael holds a Doctorate and a Master’s Degree in Education from the University of Pennsylvania with a focus on Workplace Learning and Talent Development. His research has focused on learning transfer and behavior change. He is also an alumnus of the Wharton Business School.Specialties: Learning Programs, Talent Management, eLearning (asynchronous), Virtual Classroom and Instructor-led training (synchronous), Social Learning programs, Structured On-the-Job Training programs, Outsourcing, Call Centers, Best Practices Analysis and Documentation, and Performance Improvement Interventions