About Mike

For the past two decades, I've been designing, improving, and launching software that actually gets used—from MVPs and creative tools to internal systems and full-scale products.

I'm often deployed into a messy codebase when the main team is maxed, trusted to untangle things and get them moving again. After over 14 years of helming ILYS, I've become a bit of an expert on creative thinking and building. This experience helps me to quickly dream up new solutions, build them fast, and get them into real hands for iteration.

I've stayed curious, adaptive, and deeply focused on the mission throughout. When GenAI emerged as a creative and technical breakthrough, I leaned in hard—and I'm still learning, experimenting, and building every day.

Since 2011, I've been creating and sustaining ILYS—a writing space that helps people silence their inner critics and unlock creative flow. It's a labor of love—and a living example of being the change I want to see in the world.

I believe great software helps people feel something—more free, more clear, more themselves. Sometimes that means automation. Sometimes it means play. Sometimes it means depth. Whatever form it takes, I'm here for the mission.

When you partner with me, you can expect:

• Calm, curious approach: I listen carefully and ask the right questions.
• Direct collaboration: No layers, no noise—you work directly with me.
• Momentum & Clarity: I move fast once we're clear on the goal.
• Reliability: Seasoned support, clean execution, and no drama.

→ I'm easy-on, easy-off. Just thoughtful, experienced help when you need it.