Mike is currently an Executive Creative Director with VML, formerly a freelance creative leader with some of the world’s best agencies, and unendingly a fan of storytelling in all forms.
He’s an enthusiastic team builder and mentor with over fifteen years of experience creating iconic, global campaigns recognized by Cannes, the Clio Awards, the One Show, the Effie Awards, Forbes, and the New York Times for famous brands like Disney, World of Hyatt, Warner Brothers, Xfinity, Jeep, Volkswagen, Microsoft, Best Buy, Capital One, Walgreens, Intel, McDonald’s, Burger King, and Domino’s.
Mike, his wife, and their two sons live in Los Angeles, California.
AWARDS
Clio Gold, Silver (x2), Bronze (x6)
Effie Gold (x2), Silver, Bronze
One Show Gold, Silver
Cannes Bronze (x2), Shortlist (x2)
D&AD Wood Pencil
ADC Bronze
Business Insider 30-Under-30
Communication Arts Interactive Annual
The Die Line #1 Package Design
TheFWA Mobile of the Day
Webby Awards Nominee
Radio Mercury Finalist
FULL TIME
Executive Creative Director — VML
Group Creative Director — DDB
Creative — Crispin Porter + Bogusky
FREELANCE
Group Creative Director — Disney
Creative Director — Highdive
Creative Director — R/GA
Creative Director — Fallon
Creative — Goodby Silverstein & Partners
Creative — Deutsch LA