Mike Cho
VP Operations and Business Development
With over 20 years of experience in management, business planning, financial analysis, software engineering, operations, and decision analysis, Mike has the breadth and depth of experience needed to quickly understand complex businesses and craft the most suitable solutions.
Mike is the Chief Operating Officer. He formerly worked for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) as the Deputy Program Executive Officer (PEO) for Medical Logistics and Supply Chain Information Systems Modernization and as the VA lead for a joint, inter-agency Department of Defense (DoD) and VA implementation pilot. Mike has been with the VA for eight years, serving in enterprise integration roles for corporate analysis evaluation, enterprise risk management, enterprise performance management, and joint inter-agency DoD-VA collaboration office.
Prior to joining the VA, he worked for the Department of Defense Business Transformation Agency and Fortune 100 pharmaceutical companies.
Mike is a United States Military Academy graduate at West Point and received an honorable discharge as an Active Duty U.S. Army Captain.
"I focus on the 6 P’s – Prior Planning Prevents Pissed Poor Performance."
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How do we hire you as a speaker?
Securing a member of Project SPICES as your speaker is a straightforward process. Start by obtaining a copy of Dr. Sarai Koo's speaker kit, then simply complete the Speaker Form. Whether you prefer an in-person or virtual presentation, we'll work closely with you to determine the best fit for your company's needs.
What coaching options do you provide?
We offer a range of coaching options tailored to your needs. Our offerings include personalized 1:1 coaching programs for leaders and managers. Additionally, we provide team/group coaching sessions aimed at fostering inclusivity and belonging. The number of coaching sessions can be customized to suit your specific requirements, so feel free to inquire about the options available to you.
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What assessments do you offer?
We provide a wide range of assessments tailored to meet your needs, including DiSC, Emotional Intelligence (EQ- 2.0 and 360), 360 assessments, Change Style Indicator, Change Navigator, Influence Style Indicator, Hogan, MBTI, FIRO-B, and many others.
What signature programs do you offer?
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What programs and services do you offer larger groups - companies?
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