Michael Nowak

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DISC Type : csd

Senior Vice President, General Counsel at Arhaus

Cleveland, Ohio, United States

Overview

Michael Nowak serves as the Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Arhaus, where he leads the legal function. His expertise is concentrated in securities law compliance, corporate governance, and capital markets transactions, built upon his prior experience as a Principal at Squire Patton Boggs. He earned his J. D. from Notre Dame Law School.

Since joining Arhaus, he has progressed from Securities Counsel to his current leadership role as SVP, General Counsel.

Personality Overview

Fast But Analytical

Quality Focused

Thorough Evaluator

They are not very likely to become strong advocates of your product or service  They focus on the results, but can still be quite procedural and analytical about how to get there They have a unique set of diverse traits where they are decisive and methodical but can sometimes be extra cautious and skeptical

Topics They Care About

Securities Law
His career at Squire Patton Boggs and Arhaus has focused on securities law compliance and disclosure matters, and he has posted about recent SEC guidance.
Corporate Governance
A core part of his legal practice involves advising on corporate governance. He has shared content related to the role of proxy advisory firms.
Capital Markets
Advising on public and private capital markets transactions was a key responsibility in his previous role, directly relevant to his work at a public company.

Media Appearances

Arhaus Inc. Definitive Proxy Statement (DEF 14A) – Executive Biography of Michael Nowak. Featured in U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)

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EX‑10.1 – Executive Compensation and Corporate Governance (Arhaus). Featured in SEC (U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission)

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Work History

1-2025
Senior Vice President, General Counsel at Arhaus
2-2022 - 1-2025
Securities Counsel at Arhaus
2-2021 - 2-2022
Principal at Squire Patton Boggs
12-2017 - 2-2021
Senior Associate at Squire Patton Boggs
1-2010 - 11-2017
Associate Attorney at Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP

Education

2006 - 2009
J.D. from Notre Dame Law School
2002 - 2006
B.A. from Miami University

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Exp : 16 Location : Cleveland, Ohio, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : Senior Vice President, General Counsel at Arhaus
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Insights For Selling To Michael

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Help them weigh the risks by sharing objective proof points instead of anecdotes and examples
  • Be prepared for comments or questions that are critical of your product or your claims
  • Showcase your competitive superiority clearly when possible or address it at the minimum

DONT's

  • Avoid inviting them for any social interactions until you have built some rapport with them
  • Don’t nudge them to do something by using the logic that others have done the same
  • Avoid too much small talk, just a few formal pleasantries should be fine

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Michael is

  • ROI matters the most to them, followed by process and finally proof of results
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Michael

  • They might hesitate a little, but will go ahead and say no when necessary (or asked)

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Michael move?

  • They are unlikely to move very fast, especially when it comes to new products or services
  • Can Michael take some risk or not?

  • They have relatively low risk-appetite and are not very likely to go for something unproven and risky

You And Michael

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