With over 30 years in Michigan politics, Mike has extensive experience in legislative processes, regulatory frameworks, and public affairs. Before joining GCSI, he served as Chief of Staff to the Majority Floor Leader in the Michigan House and worked on the Public Affairs Staff for the Speaker of the House. He holds a BBA from Eastern Michigan University, where he was a scholar-athlete in football, and an MA in Higher Education Administration from Michigan State University. Mike is currently in his second gubernatorial-appointed 8-year term on the EMU Board of Regents.