Mike has over two decades of wealth management experience.  He began his career at Evensky & Katz in Coral Gables, Florida, gaining unparalleled experience in the industry, while also establishing himself as a respected advisor, speaker, and mentor.

Mike joined True North at the end of 2008. As a Partner and Senior Wealth Manager, Mike is widely known for his humor, empathy, practical advice, and advanced wealth management expertise. While he is a native of the Pacific Northwest, his life and career have taken him around the U.S. and overseas. Having lived in Texas (a few times!) for a total of over 20 years, Mike is proud to call Dallas/Fort Worth home.

The firm’s mission is Fulfilling Lives™, and Mike supports this by working closely with clients in finding the right solution and strategy to meet their wealth management needs. Seeing a client’s reaction to knowing they are going to be okay, is the best part of Mike’s job.

Mike received his bachelor’s degree from Seattle University.  He also is a graduate of Texas Tech University, where he acquired his Law Degree and Master of Science in Personal Financial Planning. Mike is a Certified Financial Planner® and former U.S. Army Officer, having served in the 82d Airborne Division and the Texas Army National Guard.

Mike currently lives in Murphy, Texas with his wife Elizabeth and their three children. Mike enjoys time with family, reading, supporting the evolution of the wealth management industry, and continually learning.