Michael grew up in Long Island, New York and went on to study politics, economics, and law at SUNY Old Westbury. His interest in real estate began in his early career, selling and appraising houses in Long Island. He later transitioned from residential to commercial real estate when he joined American Investment Properties, contributing to transactions exceeding $30 million. In August 2018, he joined DSA as a Director, specializing in his Neighborhood Focused Area™ of Upper Manhattan. Michael brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his role as a Development Site Advisor.