I am the Principal of Michael Haupt & Associates, a global leadership and consulting firm specializing in Evolutionary Fitness for Business. I'm a world authority and one of the most sought after thought leaders in resilience during transition times. My extensive cross cultural expertise—from living in 16 cities—spans every continent except Antarctica. My Evolutionary Fitness coaching is deeply rooted in the science of societal patterns and evolution biology, made practical for business.
I bring a fresh approach to business resilience during transition times to a roster of international clients, from C-suite executives in Fortune 500 companies to government leaders, to entrepreneurs, to nonprofits. For almost 40 years I have served organizations of all sizes in a wide range of industries including mining, energy, pharmaceutical, telecoms, technology, and financial services.
Over the past 8,000 years, humans have been through (at least) 26 major transitions. We are currently witnessing the next.
Top executives use these models to prepare for a future others can’t see. Backed by science and amplified by AI, leaders who rely on the 9 Mental Models won’t just survive this transition – they will lead it.
Activate your organization’s dormant potential. Unleash evolutionary creativity. Build regenerative ecosystems. The transition will happen with or without your permission. Will you actively participate or passively be overtaken by it?
"invaluable resource for resiliency"
“Michael’s keen understanding of history combined with his strategic insights on today’s Metacrisis make him an invaluable resource for companies interested in building resiliency. He is not only a critical voice for our times, but a collaborative force for our future.”
- Eli Ingraham, CEO, Center for Partnership Systems, MA, USA
"Michael... is your guide"
“Michael has a brilliantly inquiring mind. He is also courageous and committed. If you are looking for someone to guide your business through complexity and change, Michael has the knowledge and personal qualities to be your guide.”
- Neil Crofts, Culture and Change Consultant, Co-founder, Holos Change Ltd., London, UK
"uncanny level of human insight"
“Michael is an exceptionally rare person and professional who brings an almost uncanny level of human insight that is very difficult to find. He has made an indelibly powerful and positive mark on me and our efforts.”
- Tracy Saville, Systemic Leader, Comstock Inc., CA, USA
"a true asset for... chaotic times"
“Michael quickly demonstrated that he is an adept systems thinker. I’ve been impressed by his ability to simplify and clarify a complex and systemic project approach. Michael would be a true asset for any individual navigating chaotic times.”
- Tom Harper, Managing Director and Circular Economy Lead, Unusual Industries Ltd., London, UK
"ability to build bridges sets Michael apart"
“Michael has created a hugely insightful blueprint that equips leaders with the critical competencies needed to engage with the complexities of system change. What sets him apart is his ability to build bridges between current BAU systems and the emerging structures we urgently need to adopt.”
- Jonny Norton, Transformation Specialist, UK
"strategic clarity"
“Michael's live sessions transformed how I recognize patterns in complex systems. What was once overwhelming complexity has become a source of strategic clarity. The interactive practice with his mental models has become essential to my leadership approach.”
- Immo Böhm, CEO, Olusheno Sales & Distribution, Windhoek, Namibia
Office: I operate globally, but you can find me at 11 Midhurst Way, Constantia, WC, South Africa. When I'm not in the office, you can find me hard at work in our living laboratory of social change. The Valley of Grace is home to 25,000 people navigating transition times in a beautiful mountain setting 90mins from Cape Town International Airport. Come and visit us!
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 061 097 2345