Michael VanPutten

Michael has more than 20 years of experience utilizing Web and new media in higher education, nonprofit, and business sectors. Among his many accomplishments, he founded a Web and new media consulting company—VanPutten Interactive—to serve clients specializing in public works, social work, higher education, documentary film, and professional development. In his current role at Bronson Healthcare, he provides leadership for digital marketing, communications, and innovative utilization of new media. Michael has a master’s degree in educational technology from Western Michigan University.

Sketch note of Casey Neistat's SxSW 2014 keynote.

What’s next for Casey Neistat?

As I write this, I feel safe to say that I am in good company in my love for Casey Neistat.

A twisted, wireframe mesh.

A less annoying way to embed video in responsive websites

Thank the web developer gods: a fluid and responsive solution for embedding video and other multimedia in responsive web design-driven websites.

Artist focuses on hovering pencil.

Don’t let excuses crush your creativity

An inspiring story of one artist who endeavored to create a song-a-day for a year, and what happened next.

A still from the animated feature The Thief and the Cobbler.

When production of an animated feature film goes wrong

An exploration of the film The Thief and the Cobbler: talent, beautiful animation, and what happens when the importance of story is forgotten.

Photograph of the Martin Luther King, Jr. memorial.

Leadership lessons from Martin Luther King, Jr.

These 12 lessons can help us to create a better life, workplace, community, and world.

Photograph of a Prius driver customizing his car.

Killer app for your car

An amazing mobile app has been designed to help you save money on gas, remember where you parked, call for help after a crash, and more.