Has been involved in marketing and public relations of and on since the 1970s as a publicity agent for plays on and off Broadway in New York. In the early 90s he began contributing website material on interest rate changes and currency fluctuations for Memphis consulting firm, Sparks Commodities. Shortly thereafter, he began a freelance writing and public relations career.
"I have gradually come to realize that the most important publication for most organizations is its website. I specialize in optimizing the chain of events that lead to website success: easily finding the site, visitor experience on the site, and converting visitors to clients."
Mike has worked in information technology since the 1970s. He is an expert in content management1 systems and the subtleties of the Internet and its multitudinous protocols. Currently, he oversees the hundreds of servers supporting the website and internal information networks at the St. Petersburg Times.