An industry veteran with over 30 years of international experience, Michael is a visionary leader in telecommunications network design and deployment. Throughout his illustrious career at carriers like AT&T, Verizon, and Zayo Group, he has spearheaded groundbreaking projects, including the installation of one of the world’s first private optical fiber rings and the first optical interface onto the public internet.
As a Strategic Negotiator for Google’s Enterprise Network, Michael orchestrated technology, engineering, and vendor relationships for their global network. His expertise in strategic network planning, acquisitions, and partnership development drives Google’s continually evolving network requirements in the age of ML/AI.
Beyond his technical prowess, Michael is deeply committed to nurturing young professionals in engineering and technology. As an advisory board member at the University of Colorado’s College of Engineering/Computer Science, he actively supports interdisciplinary advancements in networking, cybersecurity, and machine learning. His distinguished alumni status and advisory roles in universities, governments, and communities demonstrate his passion for driving innovation and inspiring future generations through events like hackathons.