Summary
Mike Cardus is a seasoned organization design and talent systems leader with 17 years of experience helping complex enterprises translate strategy into practical operating models, governance, and job architectures that drive clearer decision-making and execution. Currently Director of Organization Design at Ascension, he has led large-scale redesigns that cut decision cycle time by ~40%, supported major workforce growth, and improved retention and leadership effectiveness through integrated performance and succession systems. He partners with CEOs and executive teams across healthcare, consumer goods, and nonprofits, combining data-driven workforce analytics with solution-focused coaching and facilitation. Known for creating widely adopted tools and frameworks (like his NOISE analysis and SOLVED method), he designs systems leaders use daily and teams actually feel, balancing empathy with measurable business impact.
17 years of coding experience
7 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor's degree Philosophy, Bachelor's degree Philosophy at Buffalo State University
Master's degree Organization Development and Leadership, Master's degree Organization Development and Leadership at Fielding Graduate University