The following people and companies are fully endorsed by K. Mike Merrill:
In addition to being endorsed, the following people and companies have achieved a Mutual Image Known Endorsement:
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M.I.K.E.’s Community Bond Program
The Mutual Image Known Endorsement (MIKE) is an extension of the community-building spirit of the KmikeyM project.
A MIKE is a permanent symbol of connection with a matching (or thematically linked) tattoo shared between members of the shareholder community and Mike Merrill.
MIKEs are not granted lightly, and participants will be subject to a three phase process:
- A background check (the same process as the former VTAC endorsement) will be conducted. References will be provided and interviewed to asses liability of a permanent connection.
- The details, however specific or vague, of the image or theme will be agreed on by both parties.
- A date and location will be determined, ideally at the same place and time with the same artist, but under extreme circumstances perhaps done remotely (in all circumstances, Mike will get his tattoo second).
Once the process is completed participants will be officially “Endorsed by MIKE.”
Eligibility
To participate, a shareholder must meet one of three criteria:
- Hold 100 or more shares
- Have been a shareholder for 5+ years
- Pay $1,000 directly to Mike to initiate the bond
Participants must also cover the cost of both tattoos, including any related expenses. Once endorsed the participants can count on Mike for letters of recommendation, LinkedIn endorsements, and positive references as needed. (Note: all previous VTAC endorsements will be grandfathered into the MIKE program.)
Violations of Trust
Should any previously endorsed participant violate the trust of Mike Merrill the tattoo will be blacked out (not removed) and the endorsements revoked.