Mike Thompson

Mike is a seasoned professional with over 20 years working in the areas of training & development, talent development, leadership and executive development, talent management, organizational development and consulting, and coaching. For half those years, he led teams of professionals responsible for managing leadership and professional development programs and services in large organizations. He has worked in a variety of industries, including insurance & financial services, healthcare, hospitality (restaurants), public transit, consumer electronics, automobiles, specialty chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing. He has worked with both domestic companies, as well as foreign-owned firms (Spain & Japan).

Regarding coaching, Mike has served as both an internal and external coach for much of his career, supporting leaders at all organizational levels – from first-time supervisors to seasoned executives. His work in various industries and has helped him accumulate a set of rich experiences in understanding individual and organizational success. With his undergraduate degree in psychology and his MBA, he is passionate about helping leaders navigate through complex organizational dynamics to achieve professional and career success. Much of his coaching experience has focused on emotional intelligence, leadership branding, executive presence, team leadership, influence, cross-cultural effectiveness, and DEI. In his coaching work with leaders, Mike likes to utilize a “strengths-based approach,” helping leaders assess and explore their unique strengths to maximize their leadership effectiveness and impact.