Having graduated Bristol and then Oxford University’s Mike then worked in advertising for the next 8 years. First at DMB&B, then Maverick and finally Banks Hoggins O’Shea FCB. (now Draft FCB) In that time he looked after a number of different clients in varying sectors: from Pan European accounts such as Castrol and Coors Brewing to domestic business for Weetabix and The National Trust. He was also responsible for new business development in the
He founded Product of the Year UK ltd in 2004 with David Felwick and John Banks and is CEO with responsibility for all day to day running of the company.
He is also CEO of Product of the Year Management which owns and runs operations in: USA, Canada, India, South Africa, Australia and Japan.
Mike was a professional rugby player in the mid 90’s playing for London Irish under Clive Woodwood. His kids don’t believe him.