Michael Rae was born in 1983. He was a curious young boy, who always wanted to learn something new. As a child one of his favorite things to do, was to read. He would read every book he could get his hands on, usually just his story books. When he wasn’t reading, he spent most of his time learning how to work on the ranch.

While growing up, Michael was a member of the Boy Scouts of America, from the time he was 8 until he turned 18. At the age of 14, he received the Eagle Scout award, the organizations highest award, which was based on learning, service, and leadership. He held many leadership positions during the decade spent in the Boy Scout program.

One of Michael’s favorite pastimes is working on the ranch. He loves working hard and the feeling of satisfaction that comes after a long days work. In his mind, there is nothing quite like it. He has always maintained that “hard work is the key to living to an old age”.

Many of life’s important lessons are taught by the experiences of others. Learning from others mistakes is much less painful than experiencing defeat personally. Michael has had many people to whom he has looked for guidance. His grandfathers and father are among the most notable. Michael has always made a priority of finding successful people to study and emulate.

During his second year of college at BYU-Idaho, Michael was a Communication major, with some political knowledge; several students and a club advisor approached Michael about taking on a leadership role in the university’s College Republican club. Michael accepted a position as a recruitment chairman, but after three weeks was asked to assume the role of Chairman, due to an unexpected vacancy. He accepted.

It was a summer semester. The club was small in the summer time. In years past, there were typically less than ten members attending regularly. Michael was able to bolster the support of the club, and within a few short weeks had attendance of approximately 40 people per week. That was a 400% increase!

Michael has the ability to adapt to the situations he faces, whether increased knowledge is required or winning over a potentially vital person for a cause. Michael Rae has the skills necessary to be an effective leader.