Mike McKinley is a businessman, motivational speaker, consultant, author, business owner, and developer of a showcase garden destination. For over 25 years, he was involved in the daily operations of the multi-million dollar educational publishing house that he founded.

Presenting hard-hitting business content delivered in a fun way, McKinley entertains while he teaches—presenting as the keynote speaker at corporate trainings, in-house programs, and for professional association meetings. His long-term client list includes Daimler-Chrysler, The Toro Company, American Airlines, Great Clips for Hair, Subway, American Family and Kellogg Company. Hundreds of companies—from construction to healthcare, high technology firms to the auto industry—have relied on McKinley for insight into creating today’s business innovation and success.

With a career in manufacturing and retail, and experience in radio and television broadcasting, McKinley has a breadth of business expertise from which to draw when he shares his ideas and programs with large audiences, individuals, management teams, and boards of directors across the country.

As a committed civic volunteer, McKinley enjoys assisting various organizations, bringing his professional and personal strengths to help those in need. He often visits his alma mater, volunteering his time and sharing his business expertise with students whom he considers the business leaders of tomorrow. Through sponsorship of United Way functions, providing scholarships and support at his alma mater, and working with those dealing with terminal illnesses, McKinley appreciates the many opportunities he has to give back to his community.

McKinley works to share his message of maximizing performance—and enjoying the ride!

Change Management, Customer Service, Business, Certified Speaking Professional, Personal Growth, Inspirational, Health, Management, Creativity, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Lifestyle Professionals, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Corporate Culture, Human Resources, Employee Retention, Peak Performance, Motivational, Leadership,