Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, Michael attended Ohio University earning a Bachelor’s of Science in exercise physiology. He started his golf career in Cleveland as an Assistant Professional at Pine Hills before moving on to holding Head Professional jobs at Glen Eagles Golf Club and Red Tail Golf Club. Michael has moved around the country working also in Jupiter, Florida at the Dye Preserve and teaching on his own before moving to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where he was a Teaching Professional at Pittsburgh National and Pine Creek Golf Center before moving to St. Louis in 2013.
In 2013 Michael volunteered with the PGA Section before taking the Junior Golf Director position for two seasons before moving into his current position as the Director of Competitions.
Michael is married to Catherine Brown and has two sons Drew and Colin.