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Mike Staresinic
Leader in political transition, democracy, governance, and rights programs
Mike Staresinic is an experienced international development professional with over 25 years of experience leading political transition, democracy, governance, and rights programs in complex political and security settings across 45 countries worldwide.1
Professional Background
As a Senior Director at Amentum, Staresinic specializes in helping leaders and organizations make transformational changes at national, city, and organizational levels.1 His expertise includes:
- Leading and managing large-scale US programs with budgets up to $62 million
- Winning multi-billion dollar worldwide proposal competitions
- Developing civil societies and boosting civic participation
- Advancing democracy, governance, and human rights
Education and Certifications
Staresinic has a strong educational background in change management and executive coaching:
- Masters of Science in Coaching and Consulting for Change from HEC Paris and University of Oxford Said Business School
- Certificate in Site Planning from Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Certificate in Disruptive Strategy from Harvard Business School Online
He also holds certifications in Spanish and French language fluency from Duolingo.1
Achievements and Recognition
Throughout his career, Staresinic has:
- Supported groups that went on to win the Nobel Peace Prize (2015), State Department Women of Courage, and RFK Human Rights Award
- Received personal written thanks from three heads of state
- Had his work featured in the Washington Post and New York Times
His expertise in developing civil societies and advancing human rights has made him a valuable asset in the field of international development and organizational change.1
