About Mike
Life and Leadership CoacH
Mike is the Founder and Lead Principal at Learn & Lead Group, where he provides coaching and consulting that empowers leaders to consciously connect with their potential and live into their possible to enhance their wellbeing and fulfillment. He is also a Principal with the national nonprofit Mind Share Partners, where he leads impact-focused advising, facilitation, and training for companies and leaders on creating cultures of support for mental health in the workplace. As a social worker, teacher, consultant, coach, and executive Mike has supported leaders at organizations ranging from Fortune 100 companies to nonprofit startups to enhance their wellbeing and organizational culture and drive meaningful change.
Background and Approach
Mike leverages his previous experience as a social worker, teacher, manager, and executive to help values-driven leaders cultivate mental health and well-being. He dedicates time to focusing on mindsets, strategies, and tools to achieve their goals and greatest potential. He combines incisive questions, nonjudgmental curiosity, and outside-the-box thinking to support clients in making their lives more manageable and enjoyable.
Mike started his career facilitating learning and development for aspiring nonprofit professionals at New Sector Alliance. He then transitioned into social work and education, directing an entrepreneurship education program at NFTE and developing a new curriculum on 21st-century skills as a founding 8th middle school teacher of the Noble Network of Charter Schools. As an executive with City Year, he partnered with the national team to drive strategy and development and deepen the organization’s impact nationwide.
Mike graduated cum laude from Yale University with a B.A. in Psychology. He holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan, a Master of Teaching from Dominican University, and completed the iPEC coach training program. He is a retired a cappella singer, Michigan Wolverines fan, and lives with his wife, daughter, and two pups in Louisville, KY.
“Mike was excellent. Super engaging and knowledgable!”
Why Work With Me?
Real-World Experience + Coaching Expertise: As someone who has navigated the challenges of executive roles, career transitions, and the pressure to perform while maintaining well-being, I bring both professional expertise and personal understanding to our work together.
Interdisciplinary, Practical Approach: I combine proven techniques from psychology, neuroscience, and organizational development with practical insights gained from working with everyone from Fortune 100 executives to nonprofit founders. This isn’t one-size-fits-all coaching—it’s customized support designed for leaders who want to create meaningful impact.
Address Root Causes, Not Just Symptoms: Rather than quick fixes, we identify underlying patterns, beliefs, and narratives that may be limiting your effectiveness. I take a holistic approach that addresses the interconnected nature of mental, emotional, physical, and relational capacities. By addressing root causes, we create transformation that lasts.
Professional background
- 15+ years supporting leaders across industries from Fortune 100 companies to nonprofit startups
- Extensive experience in organizational development, executive coaching, and workplace mental health consulting
- Former Executive, partnering with leaders of small and large organizations
- Educator & Program Developer, including founding middle school teacher and curriculum developer
- Social Worker & Clinician with experience in mental health and well-being
Education
- Master of Social Work, University of Michigan
- Master of Teaching, Dominican University
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Yale University (cum laude)
Coaching
- Certified Professional Coach through iPEC (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching)
- Trained in interpersonal neurobiology, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, and systems work
- Specialized focus on workplace mental health and leadership development