• About Michael VanErdewyk

    Michael VanErdewyk is an entrepreneur who has owned multiple businesses throughout his career. Michael VanErdewyk founded and led several workers compensation companies and student loan companies over 15 years, and in 2018, co-founded Bright Bucks, Inc. This purpose-driven mobile application empowers individuals to earn a supplemental income in a fun and engaging way so they can impact their own lives and the lives of others. Bright Bucks enables members to earn cash by completing simple tasks and earn cash back on daily spending that they can pay a bill or debt, transfer into a savings or checking account or donate to community and charitable organizations.

    In leading the company, Michael VanErdewyk oversees the Board of Directors, attracted and built a 14 member Advisory Board, building the team and personnel management, sales and marketing, and financial functions, including raising capital. He contributed to the design, development and engineering of the company's earnings and member engagement app and ensures smooth relationships with relevant partners including payment solutions and nonprofit organizations.

    Complementing his executive-level experience, Mr. VanErdewyk is a member of the C-Suite Network and maintains an interest in leadership and entrepreneurship topics as well as his interest in giving back to community and charitable organizations. Building upon his entrepreneurial pursuits, he holds several patents for cleaning up water, and created another business in the 90's. Mr. VanErdewyk earned his BS degree in Biology from Dakota State University.

  • Education

    Dakota State University

    Sep 1979 - May 1983

    Biology

  • Professional Experience

    Bright Bucks Inc

    Jan 2018 - Present
    CO-Founder CEO

  • The Blog

    Known as “The Engagement app,” Bright Bucks enables associations to build community and increase exposure through a branded, fully customizable platform. Through Bright Bucks, all social channels and pathways are seamlessly linked into a single platform, with member engagement tied to various...
    Bright Bucks is a customizable mobile app that enables associations to foster timely and relevant engagement among members. With the app branded to specific organizations, leaders can deepen existing engagements and encourage more meaningful connections. Associations deliver real-time news and...
    Bright Bucks mission is to empower organizations with insights and tools to increase engagement with customers, members and employees, leading to enhanced satisfaction, loyalty and productivity. Bright Bucks is helping to revolutionize organizations engagement by enhancing communication and data...