Michael ‘changes the playing field’ by leveraging emerging tech and innovation to accelerate growth. Always on the leading edge of new, Michael is Head of Growth for The Web3 & Blockchain Research Institute (BRI). The BRI has become the largest independent think-tank on Blockchain in the world, with an unprecedented repository of decision-useful blockchain intel, projects and use cases.
During COVID19, he led Corporate Business Development for Quantum Materials Corp (QMC), delivering Quantum Dot, AI, Blockchain and other emerging technologies for anti-counterfeiting based on an Enterprise Trust Platform. During this same time, he led QMC’s spinoff startup: a HealthID app created to coordinate, integrate and authenticate the COVID Testing process.
As an agile, innovative thinker, with a fearless approach to challenges, Michael has led growth and strategy for start-ups like: The Innovation Scout and JuggCMP. He has also led emerging tech solutions with ePayments systems and IoT/AI – based agricultural initiatives for the original ‘Farm as a Factory’ concept. He has led Healthcare transformation and digital strategies for Accountable Care Outcomes, (ACOs), as well as; transitioning strategies from critical care to ambulatory care. Always at the forefront of emerging consumer trends, Michael discovered early opportunities in healthcare devices and co-authored the critically acclaimed article: Do-It-Yourself Healthcare @ Home.
Beyond Michael’s career in emerging technologies, he consulted with the Corp Fundraising group of the National Easter Seal Society, doubling their Corp Sponsorship with unique cause-related marketing campaigns. His role as Strategic Executive for the National Restaurant Associations’ Ed Foundation; resulted in a global movement in Food Safety Training, Testing & Certification.