Summary
Michael Z is a Senior Operations Manager with seven years of experience scaling operations and strategy across consulting and fast-growing startups. He progressed from Business Analyst roles at McKinsey to operational leadership at Stepful, where he now leads metropolitan NYC operations. Michael blends rigorous analytical training from a BA in Quantitative Social Science with hands-on program execution, driving cross-functional initiatives that align product, data, and go-to-market efforts. His background includes strategy internships and business development early in his career, giving him a practical edge in stakeholder engagement and growth execution. Based in Sylacauga, Alabama while operating in the New York market, he brings a geographically flexible mindset and a knack for translating high-level strategy into measurable operational improvements. Colleagues describe him as detail-oriented and curious—evidenced by a concise, expressive online presence that hints at a direct, energetic communication style.
7 years of coding experience
2 years of employment as a software developer
Columbus Academy
Bachelor of Arts - BA Quantitative Social Science, Bachelor of Arts - BA Quantitative Social Science at Dartmouth College