Mick was born & raised in San Diego attending Clairemont High School, Mesa Junior College, and Humboldt State University. Growing up, Mick’s first job was with his mother & father at the family business McGirr’s Jewelry, Claremont’s first jewelers.
Working at a young age instilled in Mick a strong sense of character and responsibility that taught him hard work, honesty and customer service. At age 13, Mick began working in the summer with his Uncle Frank at Panel Lock Fence Co. learning and performing the job of installing fences which he continued to do for several years. This was where Mick was first introduced to the construction field going out “on site” with his uncle. Upon graduating from college Mick landed a job as a framing and finish carpenter, working his way up to journeyman status. Mick received his General Contractor’s License in 1979 and decided to venture out on his own.