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Michael Franken

 

Member profile details

Membership level
65+
First name
Michael
Last name
Franken
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Job Information

Job title
Author and Consultant
Bio
Michael Franken advocates using jazz as the metaphor to fuel business team performance amid uncertainty and change.

In 2025, he is conducting research and developing content for an upcoming book: "No Mistakes in Jazz: A Blueprint for Exploiting Teamwork, Creativity and Change in the Workplace." In parallel with book writing efforts, Michael plans to make insights public through LinkedIn posts, articles, videos and focused presentations.

Michael blends jazz piano skills with business experience spanning over 25 year's of work across strategy, marketing, organization change and training areas. In careers at IBM and Cisco, he led dozens of teams to expand revenue streams, transform customer-focused roles and build skills to fit new opportunities.

Michael holds degrees from The University of Notre Dame and The University of Michigan (MBA).
 

Professional Information

Degrees
MBA and BBA (Bachelors of Business Administration)
Expertise
  • Change Management
  • Facilitation
  • Leadership Development
  • Organizational Alignment
  • Strategy Development
  • Team Development
  • Training
  • Strategic Planning
  • Organization Alignment
Special Expertise
I'm writing a book on how teams can thrive amidst uncertainty, by adopting the mindset and practices used in jazz. Glad to collaborate, please reach out.
Industry Experience
  • High Tech
  • Information Technology
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Telecommunications
Years in the Field
25
Consultant Type
External
Professional Summary
I'm motivated to make a difference every day, by advancing knowledge, applying expertise and enabling others to succeed in their efforts.

My approach and style reflect being a lifelong musician and collaborator.
➢ I'm creative, energetic and optimistic;
➢ I naturally accept responsibility, assess opportunities or problems, devise solutions, act and adapt.
➢ I see the big picture, uncover patterns, make well-informed decisions and gather support from executives and stakeholders
Group participation
  • Change Management SIG
  • Leadership SIG
 

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