As the CEO of SoHo Creative Studio, Michael Cinquino leads a team that helps brands transform subject matter expertise into high-impact video and podcast content that builds trust, drives authority, and accelerates growth. From strategic messaging to full-service remote production, SoHo makes it easy for clients to show up consistently, communicate clearly, and scale their influence—without adding to their workload.

Michael is the creator of The Actor’s Approach to Compelling Communication, a dynamic workshop and training method that blends acting technique, applied psychology, and strategic communication. He helps leaders, educators, and professionals speak with clarity, presence, and emotional impact. His approach teaches people how to move beyond polished performance and step into authentic, powerful expression.

With over 20 years of experience in performance, storytelling, and communication coaching, Michael’s background includes seven years of conservatory actor training and a Master of Fine Arts in Acting from Rutgers University. He is currently pursuing a second master’s degree in Applied Psychology at Northwestern University, where he focuses on behavioral science, neuroscience, and real-world change strategies.

Michael spent over eight years working alongside the founders of the CIO Strategy Exchange (CIOSE), an exclusive community of technology executives from Fortune 70 and high-growth companies. While serving in a critical behind-the-scenes role, Michael supported the operations and rhythm of the organization, helping to create the conditions that allowed forward-thinking innovation, strategic dialogue, and trusted executive collaboration to thrive.

He is also a professor of business communication at the University of New Hampshire’s Paul College of Business and Economics, where he teaches future leaders how to communicate with confidence and authentic connection. Michael hosts The Performance Edge Podcast. Each episode challenges polished habits and offers bold, practical steps to help listeners lead, connect, and grow at their edge.