Michael Kaplun is an accomplished professional with an impressive background in the field of mechanical engineering. He pursued his education at renowned institutions such as Columbia University and Carnegie Mellon University, where he studied Doctorates in Philosophy and Biomedical and Mechanical Engineering, respectively. His educational background is further strengthened by his Masters in Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering from Columbia University.

Michael's professional career began as an Analyst at Deutsche Bank before he added the title Doctoral Candidate at Columbia University to his portfolio. He then worked as a Project Engineer at L'Oréal before joining Strategy&, where he served as a Senior Associate and Engagement Manager. Later, he co-founded Mind Over Mist, a web-based platform offering mental healthcare videotherapy in the role of Chief Product and Operating Officer. His leadership and visionary strategies significantly contributed to the platform's success.

Michael moved onto Reed Elsevier to serve as an esteemed Vice President of Strategy and Business Development for Data Management, Discovery and Monetization. Currently, Michael serves as an Associate Partner responsible for Strategy, Analytics, and Digital Transformation at Monitor Deloitte, where he helps businesses drive innovation, growth, and sustained profitability with his expertise.