Prior to starting Forte Enterprises, Michael worked as the Director of Construction and Maintenance for the Melville Divisions of Thom McAn, BOQ, and the Smart Step. Prior to being promoted to the Director of Construction and Maintenance he held various positions relating to the construction field and operational aspects of the retail industry.
At the launch of Forte Enterprises in June, 1996 the client list was primarily made up of 4 major clients which included FootAction, Thom McAn, Rave and G&G.
Over a decade later the client list has grown to include a diverse group of significant National Brands such as Ann Taylor, Avenue, Bose, Bulgari, Famous Footwear, Naturalizer, Brown Shoe Closet, Footlocker, FootAction, Champs, Lady and Kids Footlocker, Swarovski, Tumi, Nine West, Jones Apparel and many others.
Michael's outside interests are hiking, scuba diving, reading, traveling and relaxing with his family in Sturbridge, MA