Michael Erath

Michael Erath is an accomplished entrepreneur and business coach, recognized as the founder of Next Level Growth and Pinnacle Business Guides, where Michael serves as a Scaling Up Coach. With a rich background that includes being a former record-holding EOS Implementer® and co-creator of the Process Optimizer™, Michael specializes in optimizing business processes for greater efficiency. As a best-selling author of "RISE: The Reincarnation of an Entrepreneur," Michael emphasizes the importance of learning from failure. Their leadership experience extends to serving as President of the Board for the Jaxon Foundation, which supports students pursuing law enforcement careers. Michael's notable tenure includes founding and leading North American Veneer, Inc., and participating as a member of the YPO Southern 7 Chapter. Educationally, Michael holds a BS in Business and Economics from High Point University, along with earlier studies at Guilford College and Westchester Academy.