Mike graduated from Lassen Community College with an Associate degree in Political Speaking in 1995 and from University of Hawaii with a B.A. in both Sociology and Liberal Arts in 1999. Mike went on to complete a 3 year apprenticeship program in carpentry through Kaiser Construction in 2002. Mike is a seasoned professional in residential and commercial/industrial construction development. He has completed hundreds of renovations of residential and commercial interior fit-outs and has directed full scope construction projects that include new building and renovation works. Mike has a proven track record of consistent success in achieving deadline and cost goals at or below budget. He is detail oriented in job safety communication regarding procedures and enforcing safety rules. Mike has exceptional team building, training and leadership skills in managing on-site construction operations and construction personnel and exhibits excellent communication and facilitation skills with expertise interfacing with inspectors and trades subcontractors.