In 1977, I was nearly killed in a motorcycle accident, riding home on a damp August evening. In the hospital, post-surgery, the doctors told me that my legs were so badly damaged in the accident that, although I would recover,…
The brave men and women who serve in the U.S. military are heroes of our country. They put their lives in harm’s way and make great sacrifices in service of our nation. On Monday, May 31, Memorial Day, we commemorate…
I’d rather be a could-be if I cannot be an are, For a could-be is a maybe who is reaching for a star. I’d rather be a has-been than a might-have-been, by far, For a might-have-been has never been, but a has was once an are. — Milton Berle (1908–2002), after…
On May 4, 1984, I embarked on a bike race beginning in Savannah, GA and ending in San Diego, CA with the goal of breaking my own world record time. This was the third time and last time I attempted…
“Goliath and I have met on many occasions during my lifetime. And I suspect we will meet again.” I have distilled my story down to several lessons that work for any business or personal endeavor. The lessons serve as a…
Atlanta Jewish Times Jewish Community- February 2021 Michael Coles, Co-founder of Great American Cookie Company, entrepreneur, philanthropist and immediate past president of Hillels of Georgia reflects on giving. “I’ve been fortunate to work on many important causes throughout my life.…
Jan. 22, 2021 | Eliances Heroes How cookies, coffee, and a devastating crash led to success in the cookie industry Michael Coles, former CEO Caribou Coffee Company, Co-Founder Great American Cookie Company speaks with host David Cogan. Today, Michael is…
December 2, 2020 | Building Business Podcast interview Michael J. Coles is a co-founder of the Great American Cookie Company and former CEO of Caribou Coffee. He joined The Building Business Podcast with host Matt Thiry to discuss business and focus. Each…
Miami Small Business Expo presentation | Sept. 1, 2020 Virtual business presentation from keynote speaker Michael Coles This September, Michael Coles presented at Small Business Expo Miami's virtual event. Small Business Expo is Miami's BIGGEST business networking and educational event.…