Michael S.

Summary

Let's connect regarding opportunities to apply technology as a constructive and reparative bridge - connecting ideas, communities, and potential by re-building ladders of opportunity we all use and need. My journey into tech and product leadership began rather early. * At just 4 years old, I disassembled and completely reassembled my tricycle (yes, it worked!) * By 10, I had moved on to programming in assembly language, diving headfirst into the possibilities of technology * Then came a defining moment: seeing Herbie Hancock on TV with a Fairlight CMI. That spark of inspiration led me to design and build a hybrid software/hardware digital music sampler system in high school using Atari, Mattel, and custom components * Turning to visuals and inspired by the early animation work of Alvy Ray Smith and Ed Catmull, R/GA, and Klasky Csupo's work on MTV music videos, I dove into Atari and Amiga based graphics and animation programing Entrepreneurship followed naturally. Still in high school, I started my first consulting business, selling software, hardware, and accessories back when margins were sky-high and taking on small video/animation projects and expanding to online sales as an early eBay Powerseller. This blend of curiosity, creativity, and hustle has been the foundation of my career ever since. I am a hands-on, experienced and strategic IT and product leader with 15+ years of driving business transformation, product innovation, and growth across diverse industries. Known for empathetic leadership that inspires teams and fosters collaboration, I excel at bridging the gap between clients, executives, and cross-functional teams to build shared understanding and trust. With a track record of delivering innovative SaaS platforms and scalable digital solutions, I focus on creating products that align with both user needs and business objectives. My commitment to accountability, clear communication, and measurable outcomes ensures teams deliver exceptional results that drive long-term success for local and global organizations. Available for Audits, Implementation across the following toolsets: ► AI Automation for Marketing ► Adobe Analytics/S.A.I.N.T. (previously Omniture SiteCatalyst) ► Adobe Launch/Auditor (previously Adobe Dynamic Tag Management) ► Adobe Target (A/B & Multivariate Testing) ► Google Analytics ► Google Search Console ► ObservePoint Tag Auditing ► Google Tag Manager ► Tagtician ► Omnibus ► OneTrust Consent ► Search, SEO, Affiliate Implementations ► Javascript Web, Email and Social Conversion Tag Audits ► Heat Maps / GIS