Mike Borek is a seasoned entrepreneur and technology expert with a rich background in business transformation, marketing, branding, and strategic development. He combines his experience as a VC-funded operator, technology management consultant, skilled graphic designer and writer, to help businesses build breakthrough solutions that accommodate financial realities and produce innovative results. Mike is an expert in enhancing intimacy with markets, repositioning brands for greater buying alignment, innovating new product strategies that reshape market expectations, and architecting overall growth potential. His education includes an MBA from the University of Maryland, Robert H. Smith School of Business, and a BS from Syracuse University. Previously, he held various senior positions including VP Product Solutions at CoorWorks, VP Marketing & Strategic Initiatives at SkyCreek Corporation, Founder at Shorter Cycles, and Strategic Business Development Consultant at Orchid Suites.