Michael C. Hadjinian is a seasoned CEO who has consistently developed high-performance leadership teams. Now in the mentorship phase of his career, he focuses on coaching executives and organizations to achieve their goals through strategic leadership development and cultural transformation.

With over 35 years of experience leading nine organizations as CEO/President, Michael has consistently navigated complex business challenges, often in high-stakes, turnaround situations. His success stems from his ability to swiftly diagnose root causes, frequently identifying "right person, right seat" misalignment as the primary barrier to success. By assembling and developing top-tier leadership teams, he has driven sustainable growth and cultural transformation across multiple organizations.

A strong advocate of Lencioni’s management principles and the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) framework, Michael has firsthand experience in revitalizing company cultures and building cohesive leadership teams. Michael attributes this success to a blend of practical experience and the thoughtful application of enlightened management principles, proving that the right leadership culture can unlock a company’s full potential.


Michael’s leadership experience spans a wide range of ownership structures, including:


  • Private equity
  • Venture capital
  • ESOPs
  • Public and private enterprises
  • Partnerships
  • International and family-owned businesses


His expertise is particularly strong in B2B organizations with revenues ranging from $10 million to $200 million.

Beyond his executive leadership roles, Michael has served on 15 boards, including as Chairman of a publicly traded firm. He has been an integral member of Compensation, Nominating, and Governance committees, helping organizations recruit and build effective boards and executive teams that align with their strategic vision.

Michael holds a BSEE from Marquette University and an MBA from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

Michael C Hadjinian, LLC


Business Consulting


michael@hadjinian.com