Michael M. Suto (B.Ed.)

Having a health scare in his late twenties and becoming a bit of a workaholic in his former roles led Mike to reassess his priorities and simplify his life.  A major contribution to this shift in direction was reading Stephen Covey’s, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People© in 1994.  Retiring at age 35, and spending more time on what he truly cared about, family, friends, health, education and community, led him to his current role and passion, introducing students and educators to The 7 Habits® through workshops, keynote addresses and teacher training.

Mike has presented The 7 Habits® to thousands of students and educators all across North America.  His enthusiasm and energy are complimented by his wide-ranging life experience.  From his involvement in international development and exchange in places like Cuba, Thailand, and Japan; to his work as a high school teacher and coach; and his role as a Canadian businessman in Japan, he has been given a unique perspective on life, its priorities, and what “success” means.  His mission in life is to help others reach their potential for living a well-balanced life of meaning and contribution by striving to live his own life with purpose and equanimity.

Currently Mike is responsible for delivering and developing training programs related to The 7 Habits® for Premier in Canada.  He will use the framework of The 7 Habits® and tailor the message to focus on the area you are hoping to impact.  Born and raised in Richmond, British Columbia and the proud son of a fisherman and a farmer’s daughter, Tojiro and Michiko Suto, Mike now resides in Burnaby, British Columbia.

                                                                                                                        E-mail: msuto@premier.ca