Meet Mark A. Michael: who seamlessly transitions between CEO to that of a short story writer, fine artist, and podcaster.
HQ
Seattle, NYC, Arizona
COMPANY
DevHub.com, Inc
Digital Name / Avatar
gliderCEO
Mark Michael, is a short story writer with his first work, 'Travelers Rush.' This urban fantasy piece, rich with the distinctive vibe of Seattle, signifies his entry into the world of literature. Apart from his literary pursuits, Mark is actively engaged in fine arts, filmmaking and hospitality often working alongside his long-term partner, Ashley Hayes. He also lends his unique and engaging perspective to the podcasting world with 'gliderCEO by Mark Michael.' In the business realm, Mark is the CEO and co-founder of DevHub.com, a software firm located in the bustling midtown of Seattle, Washington. He co-leads the company with his colleague and friend, Daniel Rust. Under their leadership, DevHub.com has progressed from a venture-backed Series A, A1 stage to acquiring Brickwork Software, attracting top-tier clients like Nike and Chanel. The duo is now leveraging their vast experience to the franchise industry.
LIFE Artist
Number of Known Works
100+ as of 2023
PRIVATE EXHIBITIONS
4
Prominent Patrons
Mark Michael's art has garnered the attention and appreciation of an esteemed group of patrons. His works are particularly admired by influential figures in the technology, finance and hospitality sectors, who are drawn to the unique blend of ‘place,’ and ‘moment’ in his pieces.
Beyond the realm of technology, Mark's artistic side flourishes. He is not only a short story writer, but also an avid fine artist.
Mark Michael's artistry delves into the theme of transcending personal barriers and challenging preconceived ideas about life. Drawing inspiration from life's inherent beauty, Mark employs a vibrant palette of acrylics, oil pastels, and collage techniques to encapsulate the essence of life as he perceives it. He describes his creative process as a moment of stillness in the ever-moving world, where he urgently translates the colors, emotions, and lessons he perceives onto canvas.
Mark frequently annotates the back of his artworks with details of the time, location, music, and thoughts that influenced each piece, capturing the moment in which they were created. View Mark Michael’s Art Catalog
Projects, Companies, Musings
GOODSOUL
GOODSOUL
High-end sweatshirts, T-shirts
www.goodsoul.com
MARK ASHLEY COMPANY
Diversified set of companies.
BASED IN SEATTLE
Www.MarkAShleyLife.com
Glider CEO by Mark Michael