Michael Sloyer

Michael is passionate about helping his fellow humans live up to their potential and to live more loving and fulfilling lives. To help achieve these goals, he serves as a coach and leads workshops that facilitate his clients’ understanding of themselves and their communities on a deeper level. Prior to joining Upbuild, Michael was a Managing Director at Goldman Sachs, where he worked as an equity derivatives trader for 11 years, which included time in NYC, Hong Kong, and most recently in Tokyo. Michael decided to make the move from Goldman to Upbuild so he could more properly align his true self with the work that he wakes up to everyday.

Michael harnesses his passion for photography to benefit underserved populations across Africa and Asia. He has published three photography books and hosted a number of solo exhibitions in HK and Tokyo, which have raised $1 million for these causes. Michael serves on the Board of Directors for Ghana Make a Difference, a nonprofit committed to sustainably improving the lives of the children of Ghana. He holds an Economics degree from Duke University.