Kiwanis, Becoming a Person of Influence

Mike Kole is an Executive Coach who partners with CEO’s, Entrepreneurs, and Executives developing leadership skills while focusing on a balanced work-life. After spending over 30-years in the field, Mike knows what increases personal & professional growth, employee engagement, and effectiveness. It is how well you have developed the foundational principles that make a great leader. Mike has been successful in every aspect of business. Mike has climbed the corporate ladder from a field sales agent to the boardroom of a Fortune 500 Company. He is a published author and has also been featured in the Wall Street Journal. Mike also writes a weekly blog on leadership, sales, and professional development. Mike holds an MBA from the University of Detroit, is a Certified Speaker, Coach, and Trainer from the John Maxwell & Zig Ziglar Organizations, and is Professor of Leadership, Strategic Management, and International Business at Northwood University. As the Principal and Founder of Kole Performance Group, Mike is working today, to improve your tomorrow.