Requests
0
Keep in touch with meI'm using Intch to connect with new people. Use this link to open chat with me via Intch app
Work Background
The VUCA Principle, LLCCo Executive Producer / Executive Trainer
Jun. 2020Santa Monica, California, United StatesMike Schindler is a US Navy veteran, author of two highly endorsed books, the national podcast host of The Military Wire, which features interviews with some of America’s most elite men and women who have served this country, and Co-Executive Producer of IT’S VUCA: The Secret to Living in the 21st Century documentary that features 15 of our nation’s top experts on how to navigate chaotic times. He has been featured in USA Today, CBS Radio, Entrepreneur Radio, the Lars Larson Show, the Boston Globe, Q13 FOX, Yahoo Finance, and others. Mike is known throughout the US as a subject matter expert on leadership development, negotiation secrets, and veteran transition issues. Since 2012, he has helped local, state, federal agencies as well as Fortune 500 companies improve team morale and retention. His “Prepare, Plan, & Execute with Purpose and Passion” has helped well over 10,000 individuals realize their true mission, purpose, and identity in life, leading to happier families and more solid financial standings.
WGU WashingtonAdvisory Board Member
Aug. 2018 - Jan. 2024Greater Seattle AreaAppointed by the Chancellor to serve a three year term on the advisory board and assist with outreach to our military and Veteran families.
Integrated Telehealth SolutionsSenior Vice President
Mar. 2018 - Jun. 2021Henderson, NV & Seattle, WAITS technology is working with healthcare providers to fight the spread of the COVID-19 by providing a path to TeleHealth delivery of provider services. Through the use of virtual reality technology that uses remote control and machinery for triage and telehealth visits, ITS protects both the healthcare provider and patient in close proximity to infected or sick patients. We are a systems integrator of telehealth solutions that help healthcare providers leverage their existing resources and find solutions with appropriate technologies with a customized, synchronous telehealth solution. Our service helps providers meet the needs of today while placing them on the leading edge of changes in the delivery of healthcare. With Coronavirus spreading rapidly, our telehealth technology can shield Americans from the outbreak during the pandemic by enabling healthcare providers with: -Time: timely access to clinical resources.
-Distance: create distance between clinical staff and potentially infected or sick patients.
-Shielding: reduce or eliminate exposures through the social shielding of healthcare personnel and other patients from infected individuals. www.integratedtelehealthsolutions.com
Institute for Veterans and Military Families - IVMFProgram Manager
Apr. 2017 - Apr. 2018United StatesMike Schindler managed AmericaServes community networks in the Western Region for the Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF). Working across Washington State, Oregon, Idaho and Texas, with federal, state, and community-based organizations, Schindler empowered the development, launch and operation of high-performing coordinated networks of services, resources, and care that are dedicated to improving the lives of veterans, service members and their families. Schindler, an author and nationally recognized authority on leadership and veteran transition issues, leads Communities of Practice across the Western United States that connect nearly 150 human service providers and combine the best practices and methodology of private business, research universities, and impactful military and veteran organizations in order to achieve their mission of optimizing the performance of human service providers that care for veterans. From Seattle to San Antonio, building Communities of Practice that share learning and seamlessly service clients from big cities to rural military-base communities is what Schindler and his team have become known for in the dozens of communities that they support every day.
City of EdmondsCommissioner - Economic Development Commission
Mar. 2016 - Mar. 2019Edmonds, WashingtonAppointed by the Mayor, Mike serves as one of nine commissioners tasked with identifying and recommending revenue streams that will help strengthen the Edmonds economy.
Operation Military FamilyChief Executive Officer
Jan. 2016 - Jul. 2025Edmonds, WAMike Schindler, US Navy Veteran, shifted his role to serve as the CEO for Operation Military Family Cares. (SEE Operation Military Family role) OMF Community Outreach, dba Operation Military Family Cares (OMF Cares), incorporated as a Veteran-services 501 (c) (3) in 2012, is a veteran service and solutions provider committed to helping our military and veteran families improve their health, moral and finances while helping the companies that hire them improve their messaging, outreach and recruitment/retention. > Simply put, OMFC provides fee for service consulting serves to agencies and companies that desire to improve their veteran programs as well as provides grant and donor-funded programs designed to strengthen the health and income of our military and veteran families. The Practical / Tactical: 1. We assess and then develop curricula, work plans, playbooks that help companies and organizations improve their institutional knowledge of the military and veteran ecosystem while improving their veteran workforce. 2. We provide professional expertise and talent for veteran-related projects and initiatives. 3. We provide programs: combat recovery groups and apprenticeships that add value to both the individual and community at large.
Economic Development Commission - City of EdmondsChairman - EDC commissioner
May. 2014 - Dec. 2015Edmonds, WAThe Edmonds Economic Development Commission consists of 17 members and is empowered to advise and make recommendations to the Mayor and City Council and, as appropriate to the Planning Board, Architectural Design Board or other Boards or Commissions of the City on such matters as may be specifically referred to the Commission by the Mayor or City Council, including: 1) determining new strategies for economic development within the City of Edmonds, and 2) identifying new sources of revenue for consideration by the City Council.
Operation Military FamilyChief Executive Officer
Apr. 2006 - Dec. 2015Edmonds, WAOMF is a Veteran-owned consulting and technology-solutions company that, in addition to consulting services to educational institutions, government agencies and businesses, provides a subscription-based, B2V online resource and lead generation marketing platform (free to Veterans)that connects Veterans and their family members across the unique Veteran life cycle to opportunities. Mike's duties include staff management, partner development and investor relations.
Operation Military Family LLCCEO
Apr. 2006 - Feb. 2016Significant Accomplishments: -Identified 93% of Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) process tasks can be automated with a business process management automation solution – Mapped over 80 major business processes, identifying and recommending a technology modernization plan and product roadmap for WDVA based on customer needs for OMF product enhancements and improvements. -Identified 34% ROI for cross-jurisdictional product investment for WDVA – Documented way forward for WDVA, WA State Military Transition Council, and Joint-Base Lewis McChord’s (JBLM) in streamlining their transition process, presenting to WA State’s Senior Management. -Developed and proposed Defense-Sector Downsizing Framework Assessment – Consulted for WA State Department of Commerce’s OEA Grant – State Analysis, identifying Defense-Sector Downsizing Plan including resource and capacity planning to reemploy dislocated civilian workers and transitioning service members. Design and managed product development, beta testing, and product roadmap for pilot project serving five JBLM brigades. • Cultivating relationships with mid to large prime government contractors. • Federal, state and local government relationships, business and contract development, focus group planning and facilitation, and contract project management. • Strategic and tactical planning and execution of company’s mission to profitably deliver insightful consulting and innovative technology solutions to our chosen markets. • Researching and producing subject-matter white papers to influence and educate state and federal policy decision makers. • Proposal and Subject-matter presentations to potential and current clients, policy and decision makers. • Delivering public and social media position statements on current industry issues. • Attending industry conferences and serving on panels.
Operation Military FamilyFounder - Author & Inspirational Speaker
Jan. 2006Operation Military Family is an organization committed to developing sound strategies that are designed to strengthen military families. As an inspirational speaker and trainer, Mr. Schindler is a strong advocate and promoter of what our government and our military is doing "right" because, as he is known to say, "the media does a great job of pointing out what isn't going so right." His message of Strong Marriages equal Strong Families equal Strong Servicemen and Women continues to gain momentum throughout all the military branches.
Pinnacle Forum Americapartner
Jan. 2006 - Dec. 2009
We Think ConsultingConsultant
Apr. 1996 - Jan. 2010e-commerce consultant; networks and franchise development. Instrumental in developing subscriber-base networks for major Fortune 500 companies.
Intch is a Professional Networking App for the Future of WorkSee more people like Michael on Intch
300k+ people
130+ countries
AI matching
Get Intch if you'd like to
1129727 people
21
CEO / Leadership Coach / Career Strategist / Instructional Designer / Curriculum Consultant @ Expanding Leaders
15
Project Manager, Consultant
15
Production Assistant
108024 people
15
Production Assistant
15
Business Development Manager @ Lewis Stevenson Office Solutions
15
Consultant for construction project management and construction company turnaround. @ Self Employed