Mike received his Bachelor of Science degree from Arizona State University graduating with honors – summa cum laude. He has received numerous scholastic awards: National Hispanic Scholar Award, Scholar/Athlete Award (soccer), Presidential Academic Scholarship, and was a recipient of the ASU Star Award. Mike moved to Ohio in 2004 to attend The University of Dayton School of Law where he received his law degree and was presented with distinctive honors including several CALI Awards, signifying highest academic achievement. During his career, Mike has been responsible for the management and leasing of retail, office, industrial, medical, and research & development properties.