From 2001 - 2005, Mike lived in Washington, D.C and photographed some of the most powerful people in the world as a photojournalist covering events at the White House, Pentagon on Capitol Hill. He has been a witness to history, and privileged to be able to record it through his lens.

Mike currently lives in Akron, Ohio with his wife Kristie where he freelances for multiple news organizations.

Mike has published five books of his photographed works, is a credentialed photojournalist, and an active member of the White House News Photographers Association.