Michael Jacobson

Michael Jacobson is an award‑winning public sector executive with 20+ years leading strategy, performance management, and equity initiatives in large, complex government organizations. He has a proven track record of building systems that drive transparency, accountability, and trust. He is recognized nationally for pioneering performance frameworks, equity-centered management practices, and enterprise-wide planning systems. He is passionate about using data, community voice, and inclusive leadership to improve outcomes for all. As owner of Jacobson Consulting LLC. Michael helps governments and mission‑driven organizations turn strategy into measurable results. The firm helps organizations align priorities, strengthen accountability, and build practical systems that improve performance and community outcomes. While at King County, he was instrumental in establishing key elements of the county’s performance management system including the first countywide strategic plan, public performance reporting, countywide employee survey, and Executive performance review sessions. He was also a leader in the county's equity and social justice work having sponsored the county’s foundational Determinants of Equity report, contributed to the Equity and Social Justice Strategic Plan, and advocated for operationalizing equity analysis and measurement into the county’s management systems.