For Michael, it all started with a camera and YouTube.

After taking a photography class in high school and watching creators document their lives online, he became fascinated with the power of visual storytelling. What began as a desire to capture and remember life’s moments quickly grew into a passion for creating content that connects with people on a deeper level.

That passion led Michael to Grand Canyon University, where he earned a degree in Digital Film and Production. While attending GCU, he began managing social media for a startup coffee shop and discovered how powerful video and storytelling could be in helping businesses grow. Since then, he has continued refining his craft, combining creativity, strategy, and cinematic storytelling to create content that leaves a lasting impression.

At Stepping Forward, Michael loves creating videos that help build a strong visual foundation for the company. He is driven by the opportunity to tell meaningful stories that connect with viewers emotionally and showcase the people, values, and mission behind the business. His goal is to create content that makes people stop, pay attention, and walk away feeling something.

Michael hopes to help clients and team members feel seen, appreciated, and valued through every story he tells. He believes the success of Stepping Forward is built on the relationships it has with its clients and team, and he enjoys highlighting the people who make that success possible.

Outside of work, Michael enjoys training for marathons, growing his kombucha business, learning about real estate investing, and serving youth through his church community.