Instructor Biography

Michael Dringus

National Business Development Director
Merchant Advocate
Instructor's Course List

About The Instructor

As a passionate advocate for his clients, Mike prides himself on driving awareness and transparency in the Merchant Services Industry. He joined Merchant Advocate in 2017, after spending most of his career in pharmaceutical industry. As sales team lead for Merchant Advocate, Mike uses a hand-on consultative approach to drive strategic execution and create long-lasting relationships with his clients. In addition to his role as National Business Director, Mike is actively involved with multiple state and national associations in healthcare and finance. Prior to 2017, Mike enjoyed an award-winning, decades-long career in the pharmaceutical industry, helping surpass the unmet needs of practices and business owners across all spectrums. Michael spent his initial professional years helping grow and run a small advertising company. He owned a surf school, was a PADI certified scuba instructor, and has various acting credits to his name. He graduated from Stockton University with a BA in Biology and can be found spending his non-working hours with his two beautiful children.