Michael has been with Phoenix from its earliest days, joining the fledgling company in 1996 as Finance Director. He took his place on the Group Board in January 2006 following the acquisition of Phoenix by Kellen.
Because Michael has been at the financial helm of Phoenix throughout its history, overseeing the various changes to its ownership, corporate, financial and regulatory structures, as well as developing its strategies, he has a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the business. Prior to joining Phoenix, Michael gained extensive financial management experience across a broad range of business sectors, starting in heavy engineering with GEC, in the textiles industry with Ulster Weavers and in the energy industry with Premier Power following its purchase by British Gas.