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About Us

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Michael Lanahan
Founder and Principal

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  • Executive, Missouri State Government

  • Corporate and Venture Capital Attorney, AmLaw 100 firm 

  • Co-General Counsel, Ferguson Commission

  • Institute for Justice Entrepreneur's Advocate Award

  • Nonprofit board member and volunteer

  • Graduate of:

    • University of Chicago Law School

    • University of Missouri

Meet Michael Lanahan. Michael founded MBL Ventures to provide leaders around the world with the strategy, structure, and government expertise they need to stop the constant firefighting and make their vision a reality. When additional expertise or people-power is required, Michael enlists the help of other talented partners to get the job done.

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As an executive and advisor for businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies ranging from Fortune 500 companies and startups to the front lines of Ferguson, Michael was stunned at how many talented leaders and teams were held back due to outdated strategy, convoluted org structure, unclear roles and responsibilities, and a constant "firefighting" mentality.

 

As an executive, Michael led in the highest levels of state government. During his tenure, he successfully designed and executed a complex reorganization, rebuilt a major government division's strategy, structure, processes, and policies, and led half of Missouri's COVID-19 economic recovery efforts.

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Michael resides in St. Louis, Missouri with his wife and two sons. When he's not working or chasing his kids, he's likely having a deep conversation, playing strategy board games, or appreciating fine whiskey.

Teamwork

How We Work Together

1

SCHEDULE
A CALL WITH US

2

TELL US YOUR STORY

3

WE BUILD A TAILORED PLAN TO MAKE YOUR VISION A REALITY

4

WE PARTNER WITH YOU TO EXECUTE
THE PLAN

5

LIFE GETS BETTER FOR YOU, YOUR CUSTOMERS,
AND YOUR TEAM

Ready for results?

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