Michael Walton

With over 30 years of experience in organizational development, leadership, and workforce development, Michael Walton has built a reputation as a dynamic consultant, coach, and facilitator. As a former leader of two training organizations and now an independent consultant, Michael has worked extensively with both corporate and community organizations throughout the eastern United States.

Known for his highly interactive and engaging sessions, Michael brings insight, practical tools, and actionable strategies to inspire positive behavior change in individuals and teams. He has facilitated programs for more than 600 organizations, reaching upwards of 90,000 participants, reflecting his commitment to impactful facilitation and training.

Michael specializes in experiential education, creating unique learning experiences that resonate with participants. His workshops have taken place in diverse venues such as art museums, historic landmarks, and sports stadiums, including locations like The Florida Aquarium, Sea Island Resort, and Historic Williamsburg.

At Weatherhead, Michael has lead sessions focused on diversity & inclusive leadership, design thinking, and managing multiple generations in the workforce. He also serves as a leadership coach for the Weatherhead Executive Leadership Development Experience (ELDE) and holds a Weatherhead Coaching Certificate.

Michael has also worked as a facilitator in various research projects at CWRU, working initially with the Case Comprehensive Cancer Center on research related to smoking-related health disparities, and more recently with the Swetland Center for Environmental Health at the CWRU School of Medicine. His work with the Swetland Center focuses on food system change and reducing and eliminating race and place-based health disparities.