Married in 1998, Michael and his wife, Ariella bought a home originally built in 1920 and situated on a third of an acre in Historic Van Nuys.  It continues to be the recipient of much needed care and renovation.  They have two children, and they continue to live and work in Van Nuys.

An Earth and Space Science major at UCLA, Michael became interested in using technology to enhance learning. Prompted by an enriching experience working in Maryland, Michael and Ariella decided to start their own company, and, in 2001, EPG Technologies was born. Since then, EPG Technologies has grown into a full-service technology services company specializing in four major areas: information systems, online giving, learning and technology, and new media/social networks.

Michael joined the Greater San Fernando Valley Chamber of Commerce in 2002 and quickly took a leadership role as the Chamber representative for the Van Nuys Targeted Neighborhood Initiative.  He served as liaison between the Chamber and the City of Los Angeles while the Chamber constructed landscape medians along the Van Nuys Boulevard Business Corridor.

Michael has served on the Government Affairs Committee working on specific projects such as modification to the Community Design Overlay and working with the community to make those modifications affordable to businesses.  In 2002, the Chamber awarded Michael the Progress Through People Award for working with the business community on improving the quality of life in our communities.