Mike Doose

pilot, techie, adventurer

I was born in the suburbs of Chicago in the early nineties. After a few twists and turns in my higher education journey, I received a Bachelor’s Degree in Business & Entrepreneurship from Columbia College Chicago’s Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management program.

Upon graduating from college, I moved to Los Angeles where I lived and worked for 8 years. My work in the music and tech industries allowed me to travel around the world and enjoy a variety of life experiences, culminating with 2 years living in Sydney, Australia from 2022-2024.

In 2024, I decided to return to Chicago and dedicate myself full-time to my dream of becoming a professional pilot.

I currently hold an FAA Private Pilot Certificate with an Instrument Rating and am working towards my Commercial Pilot Certificate.

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends & family, traveling, going to see live music, riding motorcycles, skiing, listening to podcasts, and trying out new restaurants, to name a few of my (too) many hobbies.

"The most important thing is to enjoy your life—to be happy—it's all that matters"

Audrey Hepburn