Michael graduated from Oregon State University in 1997 with a Bachelor of Science in General Agriculture and in 1998 with a Master of Arts in Teaching with an emphasize  in Agricultural Education. He has taught at Sheridan High School, Molalla High School and McKay High School.

Michael owns and operates a small catering business called Abigail’s Barbeque and Catering. He has a four year old daughter.

Michael is also the Mayor of the City of Amity.