Michael is a Gainesville, Florida native, and an alumnus of P. K. Yonge, University of Florida and Santa Fe College. An advocate for transformative leadership, he is passionate about developing future leaders. ​As Director of Operations at Sun Country Sports Center, an accredited child and youth development provider in Gainesville, Florida, he manages Human Resources, trains and supervises department managers, oversees accreditation, licensure and compliance, and directs USA Gymnastics competitions. Michael is proud to work in a local, family-owned organization where his strengths in recruitment, training, performance management, and servant leadership create a positive impact on families and youth in the community. He enjoys biking, rock climbing, fishing, and canoeing with his wife and daughter, and also plays piano and West African djembe. Michael volunteers with Kids4Kids, Gainesville Sports Commission, Gainesville Chamber Diplomats, Girl Scouts Gateway Council, TEDxGainesville, and Sunny Cares Foundation.