Ad Leverage Warning
Ad Leverage principles Andrew Palosi and his father-in-law John Michaels (Ad Leverage’s media buyer), have been associated with a series of concerning incidents that adversely impacted my business. Palosi and Michaels, who have a long history of questionable advertising practices, orchestrated a media buying swindle that devastated my life and the lives of others.
It's important to note that John Michaels, whose real name is John Nicholas Mihalsky, has a criminal record and is a convicted felon, having served time for another media buying con job. Further details about his conviction can be verified on the Federal Bureau of Prisons website inmate search register number 60560-065.
Palosi and Michaels were allegedly involved in a scheme that led to the misappropriation of over a million dollars from my business. Palosi brought in investors, whom I suspect were complicit in the scam, while his father-in-law- Michaels, in charge of purchasing my media, inflated the media invoices and embezzled over a million dollars from my company.
For those considering working with Ad Leverage, exercising caution is strongly advised. I recommend insisting on seeing the actual media buy invoices from the platform or station. This precautionary measure can help safeguard against potential media buying fraud and protect your interests.
I have first-hand knowledge that Palosi was also directly involved in a mortgage re-modification scam with his partner Alfred Clausen who is accused of stealing over $44 million from victims. Clausen is wanted by the authorities. Palosi was involved in placing the ads for the mortgage modification scam.
I am providing these details to raise awareness and encourage due diligence when considering any professional associations with Ad Leverage or its key figures.