Thriving People. Thriving Teams. Thriving Organizations.
Dr. Michael L. Dorsey
The Thrive Coach & Breakthrough Strategist
Helping individuals and teams break through barriers and unlock their potential—because thriving people build thriving organizations.
Through powerful keynotes, practical frameworks, and a message rooted in resilience, Dr. Mike delivers transformation you can feel… and measure.
Now booking keynotes, workshops, and leadership retreats.
Meet Dr. Mike
Dr. Mike is a transformational speaker, breakthrough strategist, and the Thrive Coach behind some of today’s most inspiring leadership and personal growth experiences.
As the founder of Michael Dorsey International, he helps individuals and teams break through barriers, take ownership of their growth, and thrive with clarity and purpose. With a dynamic presence forged through years of national speaking, executive leadership, and personal transformation, Dr. Mike blends real-life storytelling with practical frameworks that create measurable change.
A former Chief Learning Officer for the Maryland Department of Human Services, Dr. Mike led a statewide talent development strategy that impacted over 6,500 employees. He’s also consulted with national brands like Walmart, Target, PwC, Monster Worldwide, Lockheed Martin, and NRECA. Today, he brings those same strategies to conference stages and team retreats—helping people not only show up, but level up.
You may recognize Dr. Mike from NBC’s “The Biggest Loser,” where he first inspired the nation with his journey of resilience and personal breakthrough. His story has since been featured on The Today Show, People Magazine, Access Hollywood, and Entertainment Tonight. But it’s not the spotlight that drives him—it’s helping others step into theirs.
With degrees in Communication and Divinity, and a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership, Dr. Mike brings both soul and strategy to every room he enters. He’s a Master Trainer for the Association for Talent Development (ATD) and a trusted advisor to leaders across sectors.
Offstage, Dr. Mike is a husband, father, and faith-filled encourager who believes thriving people build thriving organizations. Whether he’s delivering a keynote, coaching a team, or sharing his story on camera, his mission is simple: Help people take ownership of their growth—and start living like it matters.
As Seen On
Programs
The One Click Mindset
Breaking Barriers and Taking Ownership
Breakthrough begins with one bold decision. Discover the mindset shift that leads to transformation—in life, leadership, and legacy.
The Ownership Shift
Moving from Excuses to Execution
Stop renting your potential. Start owning your impact. This empowering session helps audiences move from excuses to execution.
The S.M.I.L.E. Factor
Transforming Mindset into Momentum
Turn mindset into momentum. A purpose-packed framework for personal growth, resilience, and leadership clarity.
Emotional Intelligence for Real-World Leadership
Developing High-Impact, Emotionally Resilient Leaders
Lead with heart. Influence with insight. Develop emotionally resilient leaders using the EQ-i 2.0 model.
latest Book
The Ownership Shift: From Career Survival to Purpose-Driven Success
