Michael Kaye

Michael Kaye: President and CEO of The Business Coach started The Business Coach in 1997. Previous to starting The Business Coach, he has started six companies and divisions for companies. His hands-on experience of running his own companies, along with his 25+ years of Business Coaching experience brings unique knowledge, resources, tools and foresight to his clients. Expertise in starting, developing and growing new and existing businesses and divisions. Michael enjoys working with a variety of clients. He has worked with individuals, small and medium sized businesses and several Fortune 500 companies. Start-ups to Coca-Cola, NFL Properties, General Motors and McDonald’s Corp. The common thread throughout his career is the thrill of victory he experiences when he is helping his clients succeed, reach and exceed their goals. Michael has received more than a dozen awards for his business accomplishments. He has been recognized by the Governor of Massachusetts for his outstanding service to the business community, receiving the Governor’s Citation Award. Michael also received the Best Performance Vendor Award from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. He has received the Incentive Showcase Award from the National Premium Sales Executives for his marketing program with The National Football League, Nabisco, and The Super Bowl. As CEO of The Business Coach, LLC, he has doubled the size of several companies, turned around companies that were on the verge of closing, and helped create hundreds of jobs. Michael’ s formal education includes: * MBA from Northwestern University, J.L. Kellogg Graduate School of Business *M.S. level studies at Harvard University *A Bachelor of Science degree from Northern Illinois University with a major in Finance /Accounting. Michael is recognized as a high achiever with a strong commitment to excellence. He became an Eagle Scout at 14 years of age; won two national wrestling championships; and was a member of the Gold Medal USA World Wrestling team that won the world championship. In his free time, Michael is also an avid sailor, a Certified Instructor with the American Sailing Assoc. He holds a 100 gross ton captain’s license and currently sails vessels ranging from 36’ sloops to 137’ schooners and large powerboats that carry up to 300 passengers. He volunteers with the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary and is currently the Flotilla Staff Officer – Vessel Exams for Base Boston.