Michael Collins

Michael Collins has extensive experience in leadership roles, serving as the Chief Executive Officer and President of Vernadero Group Incorporated since November 2001. Michael's public service includes tenure as Mayor, Vice Mayor, and Council Member of the Town of Paradise Valley from January 2008 to January 2019, as well as a role as Planning Commissioner. Prior to these positions, Michael served as Vice President of Business Development at Engineering and Environmental Consultants from February 1997 to September 2001, and as Program Manager at SAIC from January 1993 to February 1997. Michael holds a Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy, Planning and Development from the University of Southern California, alongside a Master's Degree and a Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Planning and Environmental Design and Planning from Arizona State University.