Michael C. Bush is a renowned keynote speaker who specialises in diversity and inclusion, racial equality, and organisational culture. With over 40 years of experience as a serial entrepreneur and business leader, Michael has dedicated his career to creating equitable workplaces where all employees can thrive. As the CEO of Great Place to Work, a global research and analytics firm, he has led the organisation to become a recognised authority in assessing and improving workplace culture worldwide. His passion for business, fairness, and fostering positive organisational environments makes him an engaging and insightful speaker on these topics.
Since taking the helm at Great Place to Work in 2015, Michael has driven remarkable growth and transformation within the organisation. Under his leadership, the company has expanded its influence, now working with over 10 million employees across 60 countries annually. Great Place to Work has become synonymous with excellence, as evidenced by its inclusion on several prestigious lists, such as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For and the World’s Best Workplaces. Michael also spearheaded the development of “Emprising,” a groundbreaking SaaS product that significantly boosted the organisation’s financial performance, increasing annual revenue by 15% and surpassing the $100 million mark.
Beyond his work at Great Place to Work, Michael has founded several successful companies, including Decision Pathways, Mattmar Group, and 8 Factors. His extensive experience also includes roles such as CEO of Tetra Tech Communications, where he grew the company’s revenue from $40 million to $300 million, and as COO of Whalen and Company. His career began at Hewlett-Packard as a Product Marketing Engineer before moving on to Kaiser Permanente as Regional Logistics Director. Michael’s commitment to supporting equitable business practices extends to his work with Fund Good Jobs, a private equity seed-fund he co-founded, which provides support and investments to inner-city businesses.
Michael’s thought leadership is further reflected in his book, “Great Place to Work For All,” and his TED Talks, where he shares his insights on creating workplaces where everyone can succeed. A former member of President Obama’s White House Business Council and an advisor at Inner City Advisors, Michael combines his academic background—having earned a Master’s in Business Administration from Stanford University—with a practical understanding of what it takes to lead and grow successful, diverse organisations. His expertise in fostering inclusive workplace environments makes him a highly sought-after speaker for organisations looking to improve their business management, innovation, and commitment to fair and equitable treatment for all.
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