Summary​

Michael is a trusted executive coach to senior leaders, founders, and high-performing teams across finance, private equity, technology, and professional services. With over 25 years in front-line finance – including senior leadership roles at J.P. Morgan – Michael brings deep commercial insight, strategic clarity, and calm authority to his coaching. Clients value his ability to cut through complexity and help them perform with confidence and composure in high-stakes environments. Michael’s work focuses on accelerating progression, enhancing impact, and building trust-based cultures that sustain performance. He has also worked with many in an advisory capacity.​

Coaching Style​

Michael’s approach blends psychological insight with practical business acumen. Known for his direct yet empathetic style, he helps leaders surface blind spots, strengthen impact, and lead with authenticity. He has coached Executives spanning from new Partners and Managing Directors to CEOs and Board members – through critical transitions and growth challenges. His work often centres on change management, leadership, team cohesion, and navigating complexity with clarity. Clients describe his coaching as both pragmatic and transformative – grounded in real-world experience and focused on tangible results.​

Professional Experience​

Before establishing his coaching practice, Michael built a distinguished 25-year career in global finance. As Head of Equity and Derivatives Sales at J.P. Morgan, he led large international teams and advised leading institutional investors worldwide. This front-line experience gives him a rare understanding of the pressures and dynamics of senior leadership. Today, he channels that insight into helping leaders unlock sustainable high performance – with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

Qualifications

Bilingual in English and French, a PhD in Engineering and Hogan trained, Michael works across all sectors and diverse cultures. Equally happy to coach in French or English he partners with clients on issues ranging from promotions, MD support, strategic reviews, and managing teams.

Personal Interests​

Michael spends his leisure time sailing, skiing, running, and mountain biking. ​​