Michael Skolnik

Michael Skolnik is an entrepreneur, an activist, a storyteller and a proud father. In 2016, he co-founded The Soze Agency – a full service social impact agency committed to amplifying the authentic narrative of a vibrant global generation. He works with companies, non-profits, foundations and movements to bring the voices of those most affected by the social and environmental issues of our time to the forefront of public dialogue.

Prior to founding The Soze Agency, Michael had a leadership role in the new social justice movement, where he participated in national conversations about America’s relationship with race, the death of Trayvon Martin, Mike Brown and Eric Garner, the Boston Marathon bombings, the Boston Marathon bombings, the rise of violence in Chicago and the Obama presidency, amongst many other topics.

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