My name is Mike and I graduated from More Than Words in 2009. Before I came to MTW I was making some bad choices, trying really hard to fit in, and was going in and out of lock-up and foster homes.  At the time, my main goal was to get a job but my record made it tough.  Luckily, MTW gave me a shot when no one else did. Working at MTW was inspiring. It was great to see people take charge of both their lives and the business. 

Despite my success at MTW, I faced several challenges after graduation. When I met my fiancé, I became re-motivated to turn my life around. I went back to school at Porter and Chester Institute. With the support of my fiancé, and the patience I learned at MTW, I was able to complete an automotive tech certificate program.  Shortly after, I found a great job at a small car dealership where I have since been promoted to Service Manager. More Than Words showed me a path to success and taught me there are people out there to help. Today, I have a daughter who is almost 3 years old. I'm proud to be able to give her the support and love that I never had.