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Michael graduated from LSU University with his MBA in Business Administration/CPA. He understood early on that his financial knowledge would open many doors for him in business, but, once inside those doors, it was clear that it would take hard work, business savvy, and trusted relationships to keep those doors swinging open in his direction.

Early in his career, Michael had an internship in the Finance department at MCA Records in New York City. MCA Records was a perfect starting point for Michael because although he had a clear head for Business and Finance, growing up in Louisiana – the birthplace of Jazz, he also had a true love for music.

At MCA Records, Michael forged lasting relationships with the talent at the label; one significant in particular was with the front man for two of R&B’s biggest music groups, Guy and Backstreet; Singer-Songwriter and Super producer, Teddy Riley. “Teddy saw my passion and hard work ethic,” states Michael. “He would always give me advice and tell me early on that ‘my time would come.’ That internship grind and mindset helped to position Michael later in life when he went into business with Teddy. Today Michael is a co-partner on Teddy Riley’s TR Music Group and TR Experience, a business partnership that Michael began positioning himself for years ago as an intern at MCA.

Michael settled into his Business career, forming his Financial Accounting and Consulting company ML Production. Michael also fed his musical spirit by forming a live concert arm of his company where he promotes concerts featuring Hip-Hop, R&B, and Jazz artists. Through his businesses, Michael has formed powerful alliances and built a strong name and brand for himself that others have come to trust for sound financial advice and business direction.

“Working with ML Production LLC and having Michael as my business partner, they always deliver the best and professional services to not only me but to a lot of celebrities as well.” – Teddy Riley

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There is a story that Michael shares in his book “Wealth, Power, Respect”, about an eye-opening experience he had at a basketball game. This experience did not happen on the basketball court but instead on a chance meeting in the VIP lounge during a game break.

As Michael would say, ‘he was feeling himself that night.’ He was sitting in one of the best seats, surrounded by important people, and he had, what he thought at the time, access to everything he needed. In the lounge he noticed a gentleman pull out a mysterious ‘black card’ from his wallet and gain access to an even more ‘Exclusive’ lounge area. Intrigued, Michael later asked the gentleman, “What was the card that you used to get into that area?” The man shared the information about the exclusive “invitation only” and Michael, being the inquisitive man that he is, reached out to the company to inquire how he too might acquire such access.

What Michael found out led him down a path that would not only help him in a few years attain that same access but, it would fuel him with the power, knowledge, and passion to help others position themselves to do the same.

In October, 2006, Michael was involved in a car accident that changed his life and his mindset forever. He describes the accident, like being hit by a bolt of lightning, and when his truck flipped on the highway, his mindset flipped into positioning mode.

While recovering from the accident, Michael’s vision became clear, he would use his knowledge of finance along with the knowledge he had gained from that ever-faithful “Lounge” encounter, and dedicate himself to positioning his clients to go after their dreams with a plan and financial blueprint to win in all areas of their lives. Michael’s company offers business financial management, consulting, and contract management for an exclusive business and celebrity clientele. His production arm puts on successful music concerts across the US, and in 2020, he released his highly acclaimed self-published book, Wealth, Power, Respect- a guide to helping others tap into the blueprint for success.

Michael practices what he preaches, and after dreaming about becoming a pilot, he made it a reality for himself in 2021 when he graduated from Fly High Academy with his Private Pilot’s license.

“It’s about the power & mindset for me” states Michael. “I truly believe anything you want in life is attainable; you just have to put in the work, to receive it. Respect is earned, so work hard even if it means working for free (internships). Knowledge is power, so gain knowledge in your areas of expertise. And wealth is attainable by putting your financial house in order. Envision what you want in life and then get into position to receive it.”

“I truly believe anything you want in life is attainable; you just have to put in the work, to receive it.”