Building companies is one thing. Michael Nyman created "doing companies," and that shift from holding company thinking to nimble action explains how he built the Acceleration Community of Companies into a bridge between brands and entertainment. From Mad Men-inspired dreams to strategic PR pivots, Michael's approach reveals what happens when you divide your time into perfect thirds and constantly meet with futurists outside your industry.
His journey from curious teenager to lifelong student leader is compelling for more than just its route—it's his take on why traditional holding companies got "long in the tooth" and how building something "highly modular and adaptive" became essential for our rapidly changing world. Plus, his instant answer to the zombie apocalypse question will show you exactly where his priorities lie (spoiler: his family would kill him if he chose wrong).
Michael Nyman: The Vision for Bridging Brands and Entertainment 🌉
🎬 The Mad Men Reality Check: Michael thought advertising looked cool, but pivoted to PR because it felt like an industry where he could "make his mark" in the mid-80s.
🏗️ The "Doing Company" Visionary: Michael looked to build something different from a holding company — his focus became a nimble communications company bridging brands and entertainment.
⏰ Time Management Strategist: Michael splits his days: one-third future-gazing with thought leaders, one-third perfecting current agencies, one-third evangelizing the Acceleration Community of Companies to the world.
🎓 The Lifelong Student Leader: Constantly meeting with futurists and outsiders because he's building something for our constantly changing world.
🧟♂️ The Family-First Zombie Fighter: Asked who he'd take in a zombie apocalypse, Michael's answer was instant...You'll want to know who he picks!
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