Michael graduated cum laude from Cornell University with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering. During his time there, he spent time volunteering as a youth football coach and was a member of Phi Gamma Delta. He was born and raised and has spent most of his life living in Houston. Prior to joining STRIVE, Michael worked as a consultant at a financial technology company in Houston. He enjoys playing basketball, spending time with family and friends, and volunteering with the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.