team
Leadership Matters
Mike Miller, President, brings more than 50 years of hard-earned business wisdom to the front lines of your entrepreneurial journey. From negotiating multimillion-dollar deals in the ‘80s and ‘90s to founding BusinessBookSource.com and steering a successful family office, Mike has seen—and solved—it all. He also developed OWN IT: The Business Builder Program™, a powerful step-by-step course that has helped aspiring entrepreneurs confidently transition from employment to business ownership. Today, he leads a powerhouse team of consultants at American Wealth Strategist, where his mission is simple: help less experienced entrepreneurs avoid costly mistakes, accelerate results, and create wealth on their own terms. Whether you're launching a business, buying a franchise, or scaling for exit, Mike knows exactly what it takes to turn ideas into bankable results.
As Mike puts it, “You don’t get 50 years of business wins and failures without learning how to guide people through storms—and into success.” He’s helped hundreds of clients build businesses that not only survive, but thrive. If you’re ready to move faster, smarter, and with more confidence than ever before, this is your moment to partner with someone who’s walked the road—and paved a few of his own. Spaces for private strategy calls with Mike are limited, so act now.
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Mark Callahan – Senior Consultant
With over a decade of experience in management consulting, Mark Callahan specializes in helping small service and manufacturing companies achieve greater efficiency and sustainable growth. He successfully led a supply chain restructuring project that delivered a 30% cost reduction within a year, showcasing his ability to drive measurable results. Mark’s approach is collaborative, data-driven, and focused on long-term success. At American Wealth Strategist, he leads many of the Intermediate Business Support Sessions, guiding clients and students through complex challenges, uncovering growth opportunities, and implementing transformative strategies. Mark’s expertise makes him a trusted advisor and a key asset in moving businesses forward.
Sara Lucas – Senior Consultant
Sara Lucas is driven by a passion for developing innovative solutions to complex business challenges. As a consultant, she partners with ambitious startups and mid-sized companies to streamline operations and strengthen customer retention. Known for her relationship-focused approach, Sara builds trust through transparency and a deep understanding of each client’s unique goals. Her customized digital transformation strategies have helped clients boost customer retention by up to 20%. Dedicated and results-oriented, Sara is genuinely invested in the long-term success of both our clients and students.
Leon Rizzotto – Senior Consultant
With more than 15 years of experience, Leon Rizzotto has guided emerging leaders and organizations in achieving their full potential and advancing strategic goals. Specializing in business strategy and competitive analysis, he helps companies mitigate risks and stay ahead of evolving market trends. As a thought leader and frequent conference speaker, Leon emphasizes agility and adaptability as keys to long-term success. He has worked with clients to build more self-aware, confident, and capable leadership teams. At American Wealth Strategist, Leon leads many of the Basic Support Sessions, providing students with practical insights and foundational strategies to drive growth.
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​​The Hicks Marketing Team is the engine behind the visibility, lead flow, and online credibility that drives growth. Specializing in webinar development, educational marketing, and high-converting lead generation strategies, we partner with business owners, agents, expert consultants, and franchisees who are serious about scaling. From crafting automated funnels to managing launches and optimizing ad spend, we bring clarity to chaos and make sure every dollar you invest moves the needle.
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This isn’t fluff or vanity metrics—it’s marketing that works. If you’re stuck spinning your wheels or guessing your next move, now’s the time to plug into a proven system. We don’t just build campaigns—we build momentum. Spots are limited for new marketing collaborations, so if you’re ready to accelerate results and finally take marketing off your plate, book a call with our team today.
