Michael Burdge

Michael Burdge is an experienced educator and entrepreneur with a diverse background in teaching and sustainable waste reduction. Currently a teacher at Ecole Internationale Bilingue in Paris, Michael has taught primary and middle school subjects including English, math, science, and art. As a co-founder of Zero Waste Saigon, Michael led initiatives in sustainable education and waste reduction strategies for businesses, impacting over 5,000 children and collaborating with major brands like Pizza Hut and Starbucks. Previous roles include teaching English at Lycée Notre Dame de la Compassion, and various positions in real estate including licensed real estate agent and assistant roles. Michael holds a Bachelor's Degree with a double major in Film and Visual Culture and Religious Studies from the University of California, Riverside.