Michael leads a team that is responsible for developing relationships for the School of Business that lead to philanthropic support of students, faculty, and priority programing. Last year the School raised a record $8 million in gifts and commitments. Michael personally manages a portfolio of high net-worth families to assist them in being successful philanthropists. Examples include establishing cost of attendance scholarships and new innovative programing within the School. Prior to the UConn Foundation, Michael worked five years for the Connecticut General Assembly staffing senators on developing individualized strategic plans that matched their vision with the needs of the district. Michael also managed two State Senate Campaigns during his time in politics. Michael graduated with a B.S in History from the University of Connecticut.