Michael Holz

“I was lucky enough to report to Holz for a year, and I loved every minute of it. Working with him drove me to do new things, to challenge myself, and most importantly he motivated myself and our team to question each other and our work in ways that were constructive and made our end output better. He has an innate ability to get to the big questions and the root of the problem, and is more than willing to roll up his sleeves in move pixels, write sentences and draw diagrams. Holz is one of those bosses that I'd love to work for again, he gets the best out of his team, works collaboratively and builds a culture of great work.”

“Michael is an incredibly creative and strategic addition to the Tillamook Marketing Team. He brings big ideas with simple implementation to the planning of our national expansion efforts, while evolving our consumer journey in the digital space. ”

“Working with Holz was a dream come true. He provides the type of mentorship that helps to challenge and build your skills, while actively encouraging you to keep pushing your ideas forward. It's rare to find someone so well versed in their discipline that can not only lead from experience, but with the utmost passion and enthusiasm. He's helped me to question more, push further, and trust myself. Anyone that gets the chance to work with Holz should count themselves lucky for the innovation, passion, and drive he will bring to the team. He's one of the real ones. ”

“I considered Michael Holz to be a true mentor and outstanding leader of the strategy group during his year at eROI. He motivated the group to push our work and capabilities - allowing me to develop new skills and certifications that have furthered my career. As a manager, Holz was transparent, open, and easy to approach for guidance. I really valued my opportunity to work under him.”

“In one year, Michael taught our studio the bulk of our functional knowledge about fusing messaging with strategy: how to cultivate active curiosity; how to work intelligently and persistently through a problem to find the most useful, profitable, surprising, enduring answers. His measured receptivity to outlying approaches and perspectives puts him in that sparsely populated strata of leaders who actually, deliberately listen to good ideas—regardless of their origins. He works intimidatingly, exuberantly hard, collaborating equally well with visual designers as with data analysts or content strategists. Michael’s intellect, rapid-fire and omnivorous, makes him indispensable to his colleagues, teams, clients and projects. His personality—positive, uplifting, warm, inspiring—is equally indispensable. He speaks frankly and respectfully, treating clients as fully vested partners in problems-solving, always with an eye to the most creative and long-term profitable solution. I’ve seen him take tough criticisms with professional grace. He showed me a path toward becoming a wiser, more empathetic director, and I’m so lucky to have had the chance to work with him. ”

“Michael Holz was an absolute joy to work with and alongside. Although he wasn't my direct report, he made it abundantly clear that he was always open to - and excited about - open, honest, and transparent conversation. He is one of the smartest people I've had the pleasure of working with. As a strategist, he is next to none; as a human, he also next to none. Holz only has the greater good in mind, and is happy to bring everyone else along. His positivity really brings something to the table that a lot of companies should strive for. Not to mention his professionalism and undeniable drive for good work and final product.”

“Loved working with Holz on the Apple Brand. He's a collaborative and creative strategist who brings teams and clients together to solve business problems. He helps ideas come to life in fresh ways across numerous touch points and communities. Ask him about building an audience for your brand, how to apply the right cultural trends for your campaigns, and how to show up in new digital platforms when they feel like uncharted territories.”

“Firstly, Mike has amazing cheekbones. Honestly. If you ever have the pleasure of working him, have a nice long stare. Secondly, Mike is one of those rare anomalies in the marketing industry who can take his integrated chops and apply them to every aspect of a client's business problems. To boot, he thrives in the creative trenches helping ideas put a dent in tech and culture. His impact is felt at every level of the strategic and creative process. Lastly, while working with Mike I learned invaluable strategic skills along with new ways to approach integrated problem solving. He's a great mentor. All in all: if you’re considering working with Mike, I strongly encourage it. ”

“I worked with Michael for three years on the Old Spice brand at Wieden + Kennedy. During that time, Michael played a leading role defining and developing the strategy behind some of the most forward thinking and effective campaigns the brand has produced across its digital and social platforms. Perhaps Michael's most effective skill is his ability to take complex information about new technologies, social platforms and how people interact with them, and distill it down in a way that makes it easy for colleagues and clients to understand the information and act upon it. Michael passion for his work is infectious as is his desire to push the work to bigger and better places. He helped me become a better account person by increasing my knowledge of digital/social platforms and trends, and I'm happy to speak with anybody seeking further recommendation.”

“Michael is ‘the guy’ you want in the room. Beyond his exceptional skill to clearly understand ‘the big picture’, he always finds a way to add value to any project he works with. I admire his instinctive, no-nonsense approach to making things happen which always comes with a heavy dose of roll-up-your-sleeve positive attitude. He’s insightful, wicked smart and an outstanding mentor to those around him. Anything Michael touches will thrive. I truly loved working with him and would absolutely be honored to do so again.”

“Holz and I have worked on the same team for almost three years and he's been a great colleague and friend. He's always on top of his work and just an all-around smart, insightful key contributor to the team. He has no hesitation to get in the trenches and will do it with a smile... and probably a horrible dad joke. Any team would be fortunate to have his digital brain on it -- I know I feel that way.”

“Whip sharp smarts, got the eagle eye. And an equally great guy. Got to know Mike as a friend after being colleagues. He'll always be the tip of the spear on my teams.”

“Michael was a pleasure to work with, always knowledgeable about the recent trends and happenings in the digital space. Michael is a creative thinker and team player and has a lot of great relationships in the tech and business realms that he's fostered throughout his career.”

“Michael loves all things digital and new. He is a smart, sharp thinker and constantly overflowing with ideas. A great collaborator that is always thinking about how the latest technology can be applied for marketing. Would love to work with him again!”

“My time spent working with Michael was far too brief, but he made a deep and lasting impression on me. Michael's mind is singular in it's ability to grasp the possibilities of emerging digital technologies. I watched in awe as Michael drew connections from platform to consumer behavior to marketing construct without missing a beat. There is almost a super-human cognition at work in Michael's ability to weave so much digital technology into his working process. The epitome of a digital native, Michael will become a change agent in a highly positive way for all future employers and partners who are lucky enough to work with him.”

“I worked closely with Michael on a number of high profile music PR campaigns when we both worked at Warner Bros Records. Always helpful, on top of things and a total pleasure to work with.”

“Mike came in during the middle of a fast moving 360 project to lead our team on social media integration. His digital strategy experience was plug and play and led to a successful campaign. Besides having a vast understanding of social media strategy and creative solutions, Mike is a key member of the team. His work ethic, smile, solutions based problem solving attitude, and willingness to help out in any discipline is where Mike shines.”

“Many of the assignments that Omelet gets have an incredibly challenging brief attached with an even more challenging deadline. This didn't seem to matter at all with Michael. He hit every single challenge head on and brought thought-provoking, efficient and creative solutions to some hard tasks. Also, he is a great all around thinker that has the ability to take direction, innovate and then bring the best solutions to the table. I would highly recommend him to anyone lucky enough to have a shot at hiring him.”

“Michael and I collaborated on VIP packages for several Daughtry and Adam Lambert tours, and his business expertise and personal touch saved the day on more occasions than I can remember. Along with his overall music industry acumen and deep understanding of digital trends, these professional qualities made Michael a pleasure to work with, and a trusted business partner.”

“I can honestly say that Michael was a great colleague and I always knew I could depend on him for anything. When we both worked at WBR, our department was "bare bones" and everyone had to pull together to stay afloat. Michael was professional, a great team player, he stays positive even in the most challenging situations and is an all-around joy to work with.”

“Michael went out of his way to make my clients' projects a success. He is selfless, sharp and an all-around solid business partner. As the marketplace shifts toward a digital economy, it's good to keep an ace like him in your deck.”

“Michael is the BOMB! Top guy and wish we had the chance to work together more.”

“Michael is a fantastic person to work with, even thou you've been working on different parts of the world, he is always there to help you, assist you. Micheal has a great personality, he is a responsible person and is somebody I wish all the best for in the future. Best Regards Helene Wigren”

“Michael is a very pleasant fellow, which is hard enough to find these days. He works hard for his bands, and has excellent communication skills, and general integrity. electronic high-fives all around!”

“Michael is one of the most well rounded, committed and passionate people I've had the opportunity to work with. He's a true professional who leads with an incredible work ethic and positive and ambitious attitude. Michael is excellence in all forms and would be an asset to any company in or out of the music industry.”

“Michael is a pleasure to work with. He is prompt, effective, creative and works 100% for every project he is involved with.”

“I have known Michael for round about ten years or more now. We met on a professional level when he was working at Atlantic Records in the video department and I was hawking my music video work. What began as a brief professional interlude has since turned into a valued professional relationship of which I hold in strong regard. Michael has never been anything but cordial, professional, and inevitably someone I can rely on in any capactiy. I recommend Michael highly.”

“Michael Holz is one of the most thorough and competent people with whom I've had the pleasure to work. I would hire or recommend him for any position.”

“Michael is one of the most real people I've met in the music industry. He doesn't have an ego that impedes his ability to do a great job, and for someone who works at one of the most recognized record labels in the world that is a feat in itself. He is trustworthy, detail-oriented, creative, and is one of the few people who can work a 7-day work week on London, NY and LA time simultaneously. Really, there's nothing I can say about him that isn't glowing.”

“The impression that Michael has continuously left with me is that of an individual who consistently exudes a positive and comforting professional astuteness, knowledge, industry savvy, and entrepreneurial determination.”

“Michael is truly the most passionate and hardest worker that I have come across. He pours himself into whatever he is faced with. His talent is rare and I look forward to working with him more in the future.”

“Michael is very committed, always willing to help, puts his heart & soul into what he does and he does it so well! He is great to work with and the one you can rely on!”