about

Michele Parrish

Michele is a professional consultant and coach who works on her passion – helping individuals and businesses reach their potential through conscious development. Michele began her own path of self-development and discovery at the young age of 13. She found a love of self-help books, tapes, and inspirational seminars, which influenced her to believe in herself and the possibilities that she could create. As a result, she always set high goals for herself and met them.

Michele graduated at the top of her class in high-school and at the University of Michigan, where she studied to become an industrial engineer. She later went on to graduate summa cum laude from the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology, with two masters degrees – one in management and one in materials science engineering. She continued her education through several leadership programs including MIT Leaders for Manufacturing, Arizona Leadership 2000, and Chandler Leadership Institute. Michele received her coach training from Corporate Coach University, the leading global provider of business and corporate coach training programs and services.

Michele’s personal drive, along with her strong educational foundation, fueled an exciting career with one of the world’s largest and most admired high-technology firms. Her determination, and desire to prove what was possible, enabled Michele to thrive in a fast-paced, competitive, and predominately male environment. By the age of 31, Michele was managing an organization of 1,000 people that generated millions of dollars per day in company profits. She became a frequently sought out speaker and mentor in her community. In 2003, she was highlighted as a success story in the Arizona Republic and the Scottsdale Tribune newspapers.

Michele is an avid traveler and has visited more that 25 countries across the globe. She also enjoys numerous activities including golf, fitness, yoga, real estate investment, interior design, and cooking. She now lives in southern Ohio with her husband and soul-mate Mark Parrish, an accomplished business executive and fellow MIT alumnus. They have two teenage daughters, Emily and Elizabeth. Together, Michele and Mark share a mission to live and love with passion, learn continuously, and leave a legacy of helping others to be all they can be.