Mike graduated with a double bachelor degree from Grace Bible College (BRE in Business Administration) and Davenport University (BA in Business Administration) in 1992. He also graduated with his MBA from Davenport University in 2000. He currently serves as the Champions of Character Director as well as Sports Camps Director.

Mike was assistant men's basketball coach at Grace Bible College from 1996-2002 and an assistant women's basketball coach at Cornerstone University from 2007-2009. He has also coached varsity girl's high school soccer at Byron Center High School where he was the head coach from 2002 to 2008.

Mike was a four year starter in basketball and soccer at Grace Bible College. He was named to the All-Region soccer first-team all four years and was a first team All-American his Senior year. He helped his team win three regional championships en route to three national tournament appearances.

Mike has been married to his wife, Amy since 1992. They live in Wyoming with their two children (Lauren and Justin).