Michael brings nearly three decades of financial experience to help make his clients' goals a reality. He was a mutual fund product representative for Kemper Financial Services in Chicago, then as an equity analyst for Provident Capital Management in Philadelphia. Early in his career, Michael pursued his master's degree at the University of Wisconsin where he was responsible for the active management of an endowment for the school through the Applied Securities Analysis Program. Prior to joining the Wealth Enhancement Group family in 2024, he served for twenty five years as the managing member of Gavin & Associates, LLC.

He was recognized early in his career as a Rising Star for Raymond James Financial Services for his client commitment and dedication to service and integrity. He achieved Executive Council status and ultimately the Chairman’s Council, which is the highest recognition level at RJFS. Michael is a member of the CFA Institute, the Investment Analysts Society of Detroit, the Financial Planning Association, and the Northeastern Michigan Estate Planning Council. He was also recognized from 2020 through 2024 as a member of the Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisor list and 2020 Financial Times Top 400 Financial Advisers list.

Away from finance, Michael is actively involved in his community, volunteering with the United Way and other organizations. He is currently a board member serving both Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Great Lakes Bay Region and the United Way of Midland County.