Michael McLaughlin is an award-winning leader and strategist with decades of experience helping organizations grow, modernize, and succeed. Throughout his career in tech services, he has worked with Fortune 100 and 500 companies to create jobs, strengthen operations, and deliver measurable results.
In senior leadership roles, Michael has built and led high-performing teams, managed large-scale initiatives, and driven digital transformation efforts that improved efficiency and accountability. His work has focused on creating practical, repeatable systems that support long-term success while putting people first.
Known for his collaborative leadership style, Michael brings a results-driven mindset, strong strategic vision, and a deep commitment to service. He believes in building trust, developing talent, and applying real-world experience to help organizations and communities move forward.
With more than forty years of community service in Lexington, Michael has held numerous leadership and volunteer roles dedicated to strengthening the community. His service includes serving as Chairman of the Kentucky Youth Leadership Foundation and Chairman of the Bluegrass State Games Organizing Committee. He is also a graduate of Leadership Bluegrass and has played a key role in organizing multiple Downtown Lexington Christmas and Fourth of July parades, along with many other community initiatives. From a young age, Michael learned hands-on community service working alongside his parents at community events such as the Lexington Jaycees Christmas Shopping Spree, helping provide holiday gifts for families in need, as well as the Senior Citizens Day Out.
Beyond his leadership work, Michael remains actively involved in direct community support efforts. He supports the Backpack Buddies Program at Booker T. Washington Elementary, Little Free Pantry Lexington, and sack lunch and sandwich initiatives through the Catholic Action Center, as well as responding to additional calls to action from organizations across Lexington.
