As an NGO leader and Community Advocate for change, Michael works to break down the stereotypes surrounding homelessness in Western Australia; engaging all sectors of our community including business and government, and advocating the importance of collaboration and engagement in working towards the goal of ending homelessness. He has worked as an executive in the community sector for over 15 years. He won a WA 40 under 40 Award in 2013 for his services to the sector and the community and the Institute of Public Administration Australia (WA) Leader of the Year in the Not for Profit Sector in 2022, and was appointed a Fellow of the Institute thereafter in recognition of his contribution and service. Michael is currently Co-Chair of the WA Alliance to End Homelessness.