Senior Account Manager
Mike is a Senior Account Manager joining the ABS team in 2008 and has been moving fast ever since. He is a 1992 graduate of The College of William and Mary with a Bachelor of Arts. He was honored as ABS’ Account Manager of the Year in 2009, 2010 and 2011.
He works with clients to identify their goals and then develops a strategic plan to map technology solutions fulfilling those goals. He has a veteran’s experience of understanding manufacturer programs, negotiation, product set configuration, managing the procurement process, developing relationships with clients that deliver tangible value, as well as listening to and understanding client’s needs and expectations.
“Always Faithful,” Mike was a former Marine. With a minimal fear of rejection Mike appreciates that his best work rejection letter was signed by Warren Buffet. In his free time Mike enjoys spending time with his four children, supporting them in their academic and athletic endeavors. He also cheers for and supports his Iron-(wo)Man wife as a triathlete. He likes to compete in triathlons, play tennis, go to Alabama Crimson Tide football games and give back to the community supporting the less fortunate and those fighting illness.
Describe yourself in three words.
Determined, hardworking, attentive
Mac or PC?
PC
On Saturday where can we find you?
At a swim meet
Most recent traveling experience.
Travel to Guatemala and Costa Rica where I met with the mayor of Guatemala City.
Favorite food?
Mexican
Favorite quote?
“There is no fault: The mystic knows there are only two relevant questions: What can I learn from this? And what needs to be done? The first question opens you to infinity itself, because there is that much to learn from any situation, and the second question focuses you on the infinitely practical.”
Favorite book?
The Sea Wolf by Jack London
Favorite musical artist(s)?
U2
Can you sing?
No, not even close
What do you like most about working at ABS?
I would say the collective determination to help our clients succeed.