Originally hailing from Atlanta, GA, Michael began his beauty career in 2002 as a color specialist for an Atlanta Top 10 Salon, before moving on to work as a Master Stylist and Color Educator in Las Vegas, NV; teaching classes in New York City as well as nation-wide in salon classes and platform artistry work. He eventually returned to Atlanta, building a loyal clientele and a life with his partner, before finally relocating to Miami in 2016 to seek new opportunities in an International environment.