Michael has enjoyed working as a Starving Artist, Entrepreneur, Managing Editor, Visual Communication Manager, Communications Director, Creative Director and VP of Communications for companies in Western Canada and Pacific Northwest. During the last 25 years, Michael has been helping companies communicate better with their customers and staff as well as teaching and leading workshops on a variety of topics including branding, advertising, social media, digital illustration & photography, creativity, motorcycle riding, and of course hand-to-hand combat.