About me
Mike is a queer nonbinary neurodivergent disruptor striving to create a better reality so everyone and
every body can feel a sense of belonging and thrive at work, in the outdoors, all ways. Their mission is to influence
progressive and systemic change through a human resources practice guided by justice, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (JEDIA), that centers antiracism as foundational to this work. Their approach focuses on intersectionality, authentic relationship building, and unlearning to enable growth. Mike’s HR career spans 20 years working in the areas of environmental restoration and stewardship, youth leadership and conservation, international development/water, sanitation and hygiene, and outdoor recreation and environmental education. Previously, Mike was a newspaper reporter and a copy editor. They are bilingual in Spanish and certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR).