Michael Palazuk

Chief Technology Officer at Crain Communications

Rochester, Michigan, United States

About Michael Palazuk

Michael Palazuk is Chief Technology Officer at Crain Communications. Location: Rochester, Michigan, United States.

I love working at the point where product, technology and people intersect. At Crain Communications I lead digital engineering, enterprise systems, product, cybersecurity, marketing automation and IT services, helping a century-old media company evolve into a modern B2B publishing platform. My approach is simple: Build a strong technical foundation so teams can move quickly without chaos, and turn real business needs into solutions that actually matter. Whether the focus is revenue, core infrastructure or innovation, I stay centered on outcomes over buzzwords. I believe teams do their best work when they have clarity, trust and a shared mission. Strong leadership comes from setting a clear direction, removing friction and creating an environment where high performers can thrive.

Skills

  • Digital Strategy
  • Marketing Automation
  • Web Development

Additional experience

  • Vice President, Technology and Product

    Crain Communications

    July 2024 – December 2025

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Oakland University