I started small, and grew through hard work,
hard knocks, and purpose.

 

I enjoy helping people turn aspiration into action. I do this through partnership, innovation, leadership, and enthusiasm for shared success.  

As a small-town Florida boy, I was raised to value hard work, experience, and integrity. As a young adult, I started and grew multiple companies to successful exits. As a global tech professional, I learned to be a good partner, when to pivot or persevere, and how to lead. And now as a community leader and mentor, I share my experience to help others pursue their purpose.

 

I have big goals and a few good stories.
I’d love to hear yours. Feel free to explore mine here.
 

 
 
1987 - Florida Institute of Technology

1987 - Florida Institute of Technology

2017 - Teacher of the Year Awards (photo by Craig Bailey / Florida Today)

2017 - Presenting Brevard Public Schools Teacher of the Year Awards
(photo by Craig Bailey / Florida Today)

I turn grit into pearls.

 

Working with customers and executive leadership
to turn difficult relationships into trust and traction

Mike LaFortune describes a challenging project that required leadership and commitment to successfully complete.

Earned customer loyalty and transformed relationships following adversity

 

I seek out new ideas with lasting impact.

 

Starting a new venture with a successful exit and lifesaving innovations

Mike LaFortune describes co-founding a mobile technology startup providing solutions for military pilots to save lives and improve mission outcomes.
 
 

Learned life lessons to bring to new ventures
and new entrepreneurs

 

I collaborate to build solutions and growth.

 

Partnering for 32% average annual growth over multiple years,
to create a $15MM business at healthy margins

Mike LaFortune discusses how he used partnerships to successfully grow business and satisfy customers.

Awarded Vertical Market Partner of the Year (Legato)
and OEM Partner of the Year (EMC)

 

I target opportunities for strategic, rapid growth.

 

Doubling down at the right place and time
 

Mike LaFortune describes rapid growth at Ultimate Software and rapid delivery of a solution for employer ACA compliance.
 
 

Launched new service from start-up to over $10MM in a single year

 

I serve my community.

 

Helping people help others, and building
a great place to live on Florida's Space Coast

Mike LaFortune shares examples of his service within Brevard County, on Florida's Space Coast, including projects and programs he supports.
 
 

Recognized by FLORIDA TODAY as a Leader to Watch

 
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