Michael has been doing magic for over 40 years, and has been a full time magician for over 20 years. He has served as Ring 35's President & Vice-President, and its Secretary since 1999. Michael has won several awards including First Place for Close-Up in 1997 & 1998 at the Atlanta Harvest of Magic, and most recently the Howard Bamman Trophy for the Best Parade of the Year from the IBM.