I drive hospitality organizations forward at the C-suite level, leading strategic transformation and guest experience innovation across decades of industry leadership and consulting. But beyond the boardroom, my journey has taken me across six continents, through bustling cities and remote wilderness, always in search of the next great story, the perfect photograph, or an unforgettable moment.

Hospitality taught me the art of connection—how every detail, every interaction, shapes an experience. That same passion led me to write What Happened to Hospitality, capturing insights from years of strategic leadership and business research. But storytelling doesn’t stop there. My creative side pushed me into fiction, where I’ve explored suspense, tension, and the complexity of human nature in novels like A Life Rewritten, alongside compelling narratives like Letters to Layla, with more writing currently in the making.

Photography became my way of seeing the world. I’ve framed Dubai’s futuristic skyline against desert sands, stood in awe as lions stalked the Masai Mara, and captured the quiet majesty of Norway’s fjords. Beneath the surface, as a certified diver, I’ve explored vibrant coral reefs and marine sanctuaries most people only dream of.

Away from the corporate world, I embrace both refined and rugged experiences—whether discussing the depth of a well-aged Bordeaux, enjoying a premium cigar under the stars, or pitching a tent in the wild, far from digital distractions. Life, to me, is about contrast.

That’s what Michael’s Trail is all about—the places I’ve been, the stories I’ve lived, and the lessons I’ve learned along the way. Whether through travel, photography, writing, or simply great conversation, I’m always chasing what’s real, what’s meaningful, and what’s next.