Michael has dedicated his early career to state and local policy in his home state of Hawaii. A 2018 graduate of Georgetown University, he completed multiple congressional internships while double majoring in government and economics. After an engaging legislative session working for the Hawaii State Senate’s Ways and Means Committee, Michael began as an Economist and Legislative Coordinator for the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission. In this role, he advised on regulatory policies related to electric vehicle infrastructure and shared solar, while drafting over 300 pieces of legislative testimony surrounding the state’s 100% clean energy future. Michael then served as Policy Manager for a member of the Honolulu City Council, where his research and analysis motivated novel proposals concerning real property tax reform. This past summer, he worked as a Policy Fellow at the UCL Institute for Innovation and Public Purpose (IIPP) in London where he supported research and policy projects surrounding digital public infrastructure. Through his studies at Princeton, Michael hopes to enhance his ability to root innovative policy proposals in data and economic analysis, as well as to advance these policies through compelling advocacy. Outside of his work, Michael enjoys drumming, rock climbing, and booking (occasional) roles as a film and television actor.