Michael once said the decision to join came down to one question from his dad: “Do you trust him?” — referring to founder Bert Miller. Michael said yes — and he and Bert have been building companies and changing lives ever since.

In 1997, Michael Bitar took a leap of faith — and in doing so, changed the trajectory of Protis Global. Now Partner and SVP of Business Development, Michael brought unmatched drive and a relationship-first approach that became a cornerstone of our culture. Under his leadership, we soared to become one of the top 5 offices globally among 350+ firms and 3,000+ recruiters within MRI Network, a global network of search firms.

Michael’s belief in building true client partnerships led to $25M+ in career billings and helped solidify long-term relationships that still stand today. His gift? Understanding what makes people and companies thrive — and mentoring others to do the same.