AboutMichael Sartain, Author at Michael Sartain
Michael Sartain
Michael Sartain, Capt, USAF Ret Early Life: Michael was born on October 5th, 1977 in Dallas, Texas to Richard and Maria Adiela Sartain. His mother, a retired maternity nurse of over 40 years, is a native of Medellin, Colombia. His father, a successful financial planner who passed away in 2006, is a native of Dallas, Texas. His father's family is of Colonial British descent, immigrating to North America in the 17th century. Michael grew up in the neighborhood of Lakewood in East Dallas. He attended Woodrow Wilson High School where he was a debate champion, as well as captain of the wrestling and track teams. During college in 1996 he joined the all black Christian fraternity, Gamma Phi Delta. Michael graduated with a BBA in Management Information Systems from The University of Texas at Austin in 2000. Military Career: After 9/11 two of his Christian Fraternity brothers became aviators in the Navy and the Marine Corps. Michael joined the United States Air Force in 2004 to become a navigator on a KC-135 Stratotanker. He served four tours over seas with more than 60 combat missions over Iraq and Afghanistan. He also served as a planning officer at the Combined Air and Space Operations Center (CAOC) during the Military Surge in Afghanistan during the summer of 2009. In 2011 Michael was medically retired from the military at the rank of Captain. Life Coach: In 2008, while still in the Air Force, Michael began interning for a dating and lifestyle company. After the military, his best friend Luke Krogh convinced him to move to Las Vegas to become a dating and lifestyle coach. Luke is currently the CEO of a dating company called Elevated Pick Up. Michael is also close friends with Owen Cook, the founder and CEO of Real Social Dynamics, one of the largest in field dating companies in the world. Michael has given hundreds of speeches to thousands of men across the county dealing with the subjects of enlightenment, personal growth, happiness, health and dating. Las Vegas: Michael Sartain and his partner, entrepreneur and Las Vegas socialite Sancho Van Ryan, currently own and operate Future M3dia Group and their nightlife subsidiary, VivaVegasTV. VivaVegasTV is currently the largest nightlife event company in Las Vegas. The Michael Sartain Show: Michael currently is the host of 'The Michael Sartain Show' on YouTube. The show's subject matter is satirical with episodes such as 'Signs You Might Be A Creeper...', 'Things Women Don't Understand About Men' and 'Reasons You Might Still Be Single'. The show has been featured on several blog sites including Unlooker.com and RSDNation.com The Millionaire Matchmaker: On April 10th, 2014 Michael appears on season 7, episode 17 of Bravo TV's 'The Millionaire Matchmaker' along side Internet celebrity and New York socialite, Justin Ross Lee, owner of Pretentious Pocket. Interests and Hobbies: Michael currently volunteers every week for ThreeSquare.org, Southern Nevada's only food bank. Several events hosted by VivaVegasTV include canned food drives to support ThreeSqure.org. Michael is an avid reader and listener of audiobooks. His favorite book topics are astrophysics, self improvement, social media marketing, evolutionary psychology and biographies. He has read every novel by Tom Clancy, Vince Flynn, John Grisham and several others. His favorite books are 'The Power of Now' by Eckhart Tolle, 'The One Thing' by Gary Keller, 'Catch 22' by Joseph Heller, 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series by George RR Martin, 'Pillars of the Earth' & 'World Without End' by Ken Follett, 'The Millennium Trilogy' by Stieg Larsson, 'The Snowball' (Warren Buffet's Memoirs) by Alice Schroeder, and 'Eleven Rings' by Phil Jackson. Michael is also lifelong fan of the NFL and NBA following the Dallas Cowboys and Dallas Mavericks. His favorite musical genres are Dubstep, Trap Music and Southern Rap. Michael also currently works out five days a week with noted personal trainer Sidney Wilson. Social Media: YouTube.com/MichaelSartain Facebook.com/MichaelSartainOfficial Instagram.com/MichaelSartain Twitter.com/MichaelSartainSMASH VII – Honoring Mel Gibson, Rigan Machado and Charlie Hunnam
April 4, 2018 | Michael Sartain
SMASH Global continues to blur the lines between beauty and brutality. The cutting edge mixed martial arts organization held its biggest event thus far on Wednesday, February 28th with SMASH VII. Every SMASH Global event not only holds high level … Read More
2018 Babes In Toyland Pet Edition
April 4, 2018 | Michael Sartain
I’m so grateful to be part of such a terrific event that supports #AnimalRescue 🐱🐶 Thank you to everyone who worked so hard to make BabesInToylandCharity the absolute BEST Charity Event in Los Angeles.
Babes in Toyland – #PetEdition 2018
SMASH VI Honoring Chuck “The Iceman” Liddell
March 16, 2018 | Michael Sartain
Hollywood, CA — September 2017 closed on an explosive note with the premiere of SMASH Global VI hosted at the stunning Taglyan Complex in the heart of Hollywood. Black-tie elegance and intense mixed martial arts excitement collide in this must-attend … Read More
2017 Model Citizen Fund
November 27, 2017 | Michael Sartain
Thank you to everyone who came to support the 2017 Model Citizen Fund. 🙏🏽🎒 . And thank you to the birthday boy Dan Fleyshman🎂 and Marcela Navarrete for letting me be a part of this tremendous event.
Model Citizen Fund … Read More
2017 Babes In Toyland Support Our Troops
November 9, 2017 | Michael Sartain
2017 Babes In Toyland – Support the Troops benefiting ForTheTroops.org
For The Troops is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to providing members of the American military with “We Care” packages containing basic necessities, goodies, games and—most of all—a show of … Read More
2017 Babes In Toyland Pet Edition
September 13, 2017 | Michael Sartain
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On Thursday March 30th 2017, we hosted our 3rd Annual ‘Babes in Toyland – Pet Edition’ at Boulevard 3 in Hollywood to raise awareness for animals and their families in need throughout the LA Skid Row area culminating in … Read More
Behind the Scenes of Luke Krogh’s Birthday & Paradise Challenge Las Vegas
July 14, 2017 | Michael Sartain
This was a really fun video I was able to film and help produce. Behind the scenes footage of Paradise Challenge Las Vegas followed by my best friend Luke Krogh’s birthday celebration.
Retired Air Force Captain Sticks to Options Trading Mechanics for Success
July 10, 2017 | Michael Sartain
Two years ago my mentors in finance, Tom Sosnoff and Tony Battista, enabled me to start a new chapter in my life as a full time professional trader. I was honored to be a Rising Star, June 30, 2017 on … Read More
2016 Babes In Toyland Charity Toy Drive
December 20, 2016 | Michael Sartain
The 9th Annual Babes in Toyland Charity Toy Drive took place on Wednesday December 7, 2016 at Avalon in Hollywood.
Since 2008, the ‘Babes in Toyland’ Charity Toy Drive has been one of the hottest tickets in Hollywood during the … Read More
SMASH Global IV MMA Showcase
December 4, 2016 | Michael Sartain
Honoring the first superstar of mixed martial arts; MMA superstar and UFC Hall of Fame inductee Tito Ortiz. Celebrity meet and greets hosted by NBA Hall of Fame inductee and 5-time NBA champion Dennis Rodman. Come watch as we unite … Read More
2016 Babes In Toyland Support Our Troops
December 3, 2016 | Michael Sartain
Here’s the video for the ‘Babes In Toyland – Support the Troops’ event benefiting the Douglas J Green Memorial Foundation. Don’t forget to get your tickets to the 9th Annual ‘Babes In Toyland’ Charity Toy Drive at www.BabesinToylandCharity.com. Thank you … Read More
Paradise Challenge Jamaica 2016
December 3, 2016 | Michael Sartain
And the moment we all have been waiting for…. The Paradise Challenge Open Jamaica video.
Watching this makes me wish we were all back in Jamaica. Really miss you all.
Huge thank you to Alex Curson for this awesome capture … Read More
2016 Babes In Toyland Pet Edition
December 2, 2016 | Michael Sartain
Every year we gather to celebrate beautiful women and a range of selected charities and this year’s Babes in Toyland Charity: Pet Edition was like no other.
Take a look at this brilliant after-movie produced by Alex Curson and Michael … Read More
Karma’s Timeless New Year’s Eve 2016
December 1, 2016 | Michael Sartain
The Official Karma New Year’s Eve Party – TIMELESS. Karma is hosting TIMELESS at a brand new modern masterpiece estate in Beverly Hills.
Thursday, December 31, 2015
Featuring: Open premium bars, hors d’oeuvres, chic silver and black Timeless theme decor, … Read More
2015 Babes In Toyland Charity Toy Drive
April 3, 2016 | Michael Sartain
Since 2008, the Babes in Toyland Charity Toy Drive has been one of the hottest tickets in Hollywood during the Holiday season. Thousands of children in need have been the beneficiaries of the generous donation of toys made by event … Read More
Michael Sartain of Future M3dia Group | Bootstrapping in America
December 31, 2015 | Michael Sartain
Michael Sartain is a partner in Future M3dia Group. They are a specialized agency in Las Vegas that handles every aspect of an event. They specialize in providing corporations with a sense of vogue through unique brand experiences. Check out … Read More
Michael Sartain Hosts the Red Carpet for Maxim Halloween 2015
December 31, 2015 | Michael Sartain
Michael Sartain from VivaVegasTV hosted the red carpet for the 2015 Maxim Halloween Party presented by Karma International. The party’s location was kept a secret till the last possible minute when guests and celebrities were taken to the huge Beverly … Read More
Entrepreneurship Is Not An Escape
December 31, 2015 | Michael Sartain
Find a mentor, focus on what you do best, don’t fall in love with your idea…all of these are nuggets of wisdom that Michael Sartain from Future Media Group just dropped on us today! Watch this segment to see what … Read More
Somebody by Brandon Li
December 30, 2015 | Michael Sartain
Brandon Li made this incredible video of the Las Vegas culture 2 years ago but we haven’t released it until now.
From the creator Brandon Li:
I made this in 2013 but kept it private with friends until now. It’s … Read More
Bikini Models Do the Major Lazer Dance
December 30, 2015 | Michael Sartain
This video documents one of the most memorable moments we ever been a part of. Thank you to all the competitors, judges, cameramen and to the people at Rehab for helping us make something so awesome. And a special thanks … Read More
9th Annual Sapphire Ping Pong Palooza supporting Prostate Cancer Research
December 30, 2015 | Michael Sartain
Thank you to all the Vegas industry who came out to have a good time and support a great cause! The 9th Annual Ping Pong Palooza at Sapphire was a great success. UFC Fighter Miesha Tate hosted the evening along with her … Read More
