Executive Coach Mike Crompton has 40 years of experience building positive work cultures, and energizing people to deliver world-class business results. He is passionate about helping others develop and sharpen their essential leadership skills.

Coach Mike makes each client’s individual interests and agenda his top priority, and he customizes his coaching approach to meet their specific goals. He works closely with clients in dynamic, problem-solving partnerships.

Mike asks tough, thought-provoking questions. And he listens intently and objectively to answers, so he can help clients produce results—quickly.

Coach Mike brings his clients 40 years of career experience, and many years in management and leadership coaching with Caterpillar Inc., a Fortune 100 company.

Mike earned his bachelor’s degree in economics and business administration from Knox College, and his MBA from Bradley University. He holds a certificate in logistics from the Georgia Tech School of Industrial Engineering and he is working toward his PhD in management and organization—with a specialization in leadership—at Capella University.

To become a certified coach, Mike’s training involved 22 weeks of intensive, “hands on” experience through Coach Training Alliance (CTA). He has also completed additional Executive Coach training from CTA and is an active member of the International Coach Federation.

Mike resides in the great prairie state of Illinois with his wife and two daughters. He enjoys family activities, boating, fishing, hiking, reading, music, tasting fine wines and camaraderie with good friends. Coach Mike also likes to get together with other business professionals in his “off hours” for lively discussions about best practices in coaching.

Mike proudly served his country for four years in the U.S. Marine Corps, and his civic and community involvement has always been a centerpiece in his life. For example, while living in York, Pennsylvania, he served on the Board of Trustees for York College and the Board of Directors for Crispus Attucks Community Center. In addition, he has volunteered at local food pantries and as a business advisor to Junior Achievement teams.