About Our Sr. Strategic Advisor
Based in Florida, US
Michael is a senior leader with 15+ years of expertise in strategy, business development, and mergers & acquisitions (M&A) with experience in consulting and corporate settings. Michael drives long-term growth and transformation by leading strategy, project management, and M&A functions worldwide. Michael excels in positioning companies for growth and transformation and has managed 25+ M&A transactions with a cumulative value of ~$20B spanning the US, Latin America, Caribbean, Europe and Asia Pacific regions. A passionate advocate for strategy, design, and travel, Michael harnesses these to deliver innovative solutions that elevate consumer experiences, bring new offerings to markets, and enhance business performance within the hospitality industry.
Professional Highlights
Dir. – Global Strategy, Commercial & Bus. Dev.
Zoetis
Developed the company’s M&A integration approach, processes, and tools (“M&A playbook”) while managing the successful execution of global business mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic initiatives.
Director, Global Business Advisory Services
Marriott International
Provided global business advisory services and partnered with executives to solve business challenges, achieve strategic priorities, lead large-scale cross-discipline strategic initiatives, and lead communications and Chg. Mgmt. efforts for Consumer Operations-led initiatives.
Director – Hotel Dev. Proj. Mgmt., CALA
Marriott International
Led international business development strategy with a focus on inorganic growth (i.e., acquisitions) and managed critical projects to advance the company’s priorities, growth objectives, and long-range plans.
Management Consultant
AlixPartners
Advised global companies through urgent, high-impact situations related to M&A strategy, operational improvements and turnarounds.
Management Consultant
Deloitte
Supported global companies in the strategy, operations and management of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
Sr. Mgr. – Strategic Plan. & Bus. Tran., CALA
Marriott International
Led business transformation and strategic initiatives that drove long-term, value-creating opportunities through deep partnership with the executive team and senior leadership across the Caribbean & Latin American region.