Community Compass

Growth, systems and tactics for community driven businesses.

Services

  • Check out the Community Compass Youtube channel here.

  • Join our FREE Community Compass newsletter here and learn how to be a better community builder.

  • We offer high quality Notion templates for event and community professionals through our partner Notion Panda. Click here to learn more.

  • I have been using Notion now for about 6 years. It is hands down my favorite software out there. Whether you are brand new to using Notion, or perhaps you and your team are looking for a custom system solution, I'm your guy! Check out Notion Panda as well.

  • Community products come in all shapes and sizes. If community is at the heart of your business, Community Compass is here to offer guided support. Whether that is creating lead magnets, a dedicated sales funnel or a membership platform. Community driven businesses are the future.

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Linden Schaffer, Global Psychedelic Society

“Michael was the original architect of the GPS Membership and laid the foundation with thoughtfulness, clarity, and care. He brought a rare combination of strategic vision and attention to detail, designing surveys, analyzing data, and translating insights into offerings that truly served our community. His communication was always clear, level-headed, and backed by research, which made even the most complex decisions feel grounded and collaborative. Michael consistently went above and beyond what he committed to, taking initiative and delivering more than expected. His contributions shaped not just the project, but the way our network grows and connects. I would work with him again in a heartbeat and hire him in the future.”

Youtube Channel

I have recently started a YouTube channel for Community Compass. Here you can find long form content where I share growth tactics, marketing strategies and tips on how to grow and scale your community driven business.

Jaz Cadoch, Global Psychedelic Society

I had the privilege of working with Michael when he helped the Global Psychedelic Society establish the foundations for our community membership program. His work was transformative for our organization, creating a strong, sustainable structure that positioned us to grow and expand our network far beyond its original scope.From the start, Michael brought clarity and precision to the project. He shared a detailed plan with clear steps, timelines, and tasks, and kept our team consistently updated on progress. His diligence and follow-through ensured that the final system not only ran seamlessly but was set up so we could easily manage and sustain it on our own after his role ended.

Before Michael’s involvement, our global community relied on Signal and Google Groups for all communication—announcements, meeting recaps, and day-to-day conversations—often resulting in overloaded chats and scattered discussions. Michael’s membership system streamlined everything into one organized space, allowing members to engage in topic-specific conversations, connect more meaningfully, and foster the kind of network we had always envisioned. His work didn’t just improve our operations—it strengthened the heart of our community.

The True Power of Community

In today's world, building a community around your brand or cause is more than just a marketing strategy – it's a powerful force for growth and positive impact in a world that desperately craves connection.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, content creator or advocate, a strong community can elevate your mission and business to new heights.

For the past 4 years, I have poured all of my love, sweat and tears into building The Flying Sage. I have learned a lot in the process and I can’t wait to share it with you.

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Manage your events, relationships, sponsors and affiliates all in one integrated platform

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Ready to take the next step? If you would like to invest in your vision for a thriving and sustainable community brand, I am ready to invest my time and energy into helping you get there. Feel free to book a free discovery call using the button below.

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About me

Hello! My name is Michael and I’m your community systems strategist.

My primary community venture has been The Flying Sage, a psychedelic wellness community based in Vancouver which I have grown to over 6 figures in revenue over the past two years. We currently run 4-6 in person events per week and have developed a robust membership platform.

Most of my journey has been as a solopreneur and so I know firsthand what it is like to passionately grow something with your own bare hands.

Like any successful organization, sustainable communities require solid systems and that is my focus as a community coach. I spent four years studying Cognitive Systems at UBC and I have brought a precise attention to the systems that run my business. Now I want to help you do the same.

“You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.”

— James Clear