Michael is one of the founding entrepreneurs of Etratech. Michael is a Computer Electronics Engineering Technologist who has designed and invented numerous electronic control systems for volume production. He joined TRW’s engineering division after several years’ research and development experience with NCR. As Engineering Manager of the TRW Appliance Products Group, Michael effectively co-coordinated design and manufacturing group activities as well as marketed this group’s products to expand the customer base.

His work at TRW provided Michael with a complete grounding in every aspect of the craft now practiced at Etratech including electronics engineering, design, marketing and manufacturing experience. Michael is involved in a number of community organizations including the Burlington Chamber of Commerce.

Michael was named one of Mohawk College's 2006 Alumni of Distinction (Computer Electronic Engineering, class of 1984) in celebration of his business achievements, his commitment to helping others and his contributions in the community.