Speaking topics
Leadership
Drawing on his journey from quarterback to Wall Street, Michael shares timeless lessons on leadership, teamwork, and resilience. He explores how the discipline and decision-making honed on the field translate to high-stakes business environments, and how leaders can cultivate purpose-driven teams in times of challenge and change.
mentorship
As the founder of STEER, Michael discusses the power of mentorship to change trajectories for young athletes facing difficult circumstances. Through stories from the program’s impact and his own life, he reveals how access, advocacy, and belief can unlock potential—and why creating pathways to education and career success is one of the most powerful investments a community can make.
legacy
With forty years of leadership across finance and sports, including as interim CEO of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Village, Michael explores what it means to build a lasting legacy. He unpacks the intersection of business strategy, values-based leadership, and social responsibility—offering audiences a model for leading with both performance and purpose.