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Michael Harper

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Director of Growth at DEPT®
📍 New York, New York, United States

Michael is a business development leader with 20 years of experience driving growth for digital and design agencies. A key contributor to WongDoodys 244% revenue growth, he now serves as Director of Growth at DEPT®. He holds a BA from New York University.

Outside of his professional life, Michael is an avid cyclist and is passionate about supporting causes he cares about. He actively participates in fundraising events, such as long-distance bike rides, to raise awareness and support for Multiple Sclerosis research.

He was a key contributor to growth that led Adweek to name his former agency, WongDoody, #3 on their Fastest Growing Large Agency list.

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Experience
16 Years
Current Role
Director of Growth
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
New York, New York, United States
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Agency Growth
His business development efforts were instrumental in his prior agency achieving 244% revenue growth and being named one of Adweek's fastest-growing agencies.
Financial Services
Has a strong track record of securing and growing business with major FinTech and financial services clients, including Citi and Bank of America.
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Career

Work history

11-2025
Director of Growth
DEPT®
10-2020 - 1-2025
AVP, Business Development
WONGDOODY
12-2018 - 10-2020
Director, Business Development
WONGDOODY
7-2018 - 11-2018
Director, Business Development (Consulting)
Partner Commerce
12-2017 - 6-2018
Engagement Director
Carbone Smolan Agency
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Education
9-1996 - 5-2000
BA
New York University
6-2022 - 7-2022
CSGx Program
Rhode Island School of Design
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