How do you define yourself? I help to facilitate a balanced approach through a realistic lens on the current phase of the project. Why do you mentor tech start-ups? I enjoy being in creative environments, as it is always beneficial to my own knowledge, and helping ideas that solve real social problems become a reality. Why did you become part of the Young Innovators Competition? I am interested in leveraging technology for better social development outcomes. Mike Michalec is a social development consultant for bilateral and multilateral organizations with a particular interest in technology, social enterprise and innovation. Since 2009 he has lectured on topics related to mobile and web-based business development for Thammasat University in Bangkok. He is actively involved in increasing the capacity of mobile tech development throughout the South East Asia region by serving on the board of Mobile Monday Thailand and organizing numerous technology-oriented workshops and events. Mike Michalec Mentor 52 InnovationSpace: Young Innovators