After success in the computer industry, Michael formed ECI Development in 1996. This residential resort development company builds communities in Belize, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, El Salvador, and Mexico.

Tropical neighborhoods include homes, condominiums, golf courses, and hotels in beach, agricultural, and mountain locations Michael serves on the board of several multinational companies, charitable foundations, holds a CIPS certification, is a past International Director for NAR, and heads the International Referral Network (IRN) for Realtors.

Michael and his wife, Carol, lived as expats, raising two daughters overseas, from 2002 through 2016. His passion for a freedom-first lifestyle has propelled him into the blockchain and crypto space where he and his partners are exploring the possible use cases of blockchain tech in the real estate sector in Central American countries.