Mike Bonheim is a Creative Director and experiential strategist with over two decades of experience crafting high-impact brand experiences for some of the world’s most influential companies.

 

From global tech giants and financial powerhouses to pharmaceutical leaders and entertainment icons, Mike’s work spans industries—but always centers on one thing: creating bold, behavior-shifting moments that leave lasting impressions.

 

As the founder of Barnburner Creative Communications, Mike has led immersive brand activations, keynote productions, and executive content strategy for clients including Dell Technologies, Oracle, Google, GE, BMW, ESPN, Citigroup, Marriott Hotels, Pfizer, Novartis,  ServiceNow, and many more. Whether scripting a CEO’s keynote, designing a multi-sensory exhibit, or overseeing a global event series, he combines strategic insight with creative daring to elevate messaging and move audiences.

 

Mike is known for building "cultures of yes"—high-performing teams empowered to push boundaries while staying grounded in business impact, brand integrity, and measurable results. Equally fluent in stagecraft and storytelling, KPIs and creative vision, he brings a rare blend of executive sensibility and artistic agility to every project.

 

If the goal is to shake things up, shift perspectives, and turn complex ideas into unforgettable experiences—Mike’s your guy.