Grant Weir
Glenwood City,WI
Summary
Hard working Christian man and educator/youth worker with a versatile background, including a standout role at Henkel Company and Bose Corp, where I excelled in customer advocacy and service. Proven track record in leadership, team building, and interpersonal communication, complemented by a strong foundation in event planning and youth ministry. Demonstrated success at Windstruck Farm in enhancing customer loyalty and satisfaction, underpinned by a deep love for people and a commitment to excellence.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Specialist
WeirCook'n Music and Event Solutions
Glenwood City, WI
02.2024 - Current
- Personalized Cooking
- Food for Events and Celebrations
- DJ and Karaoke Services
- Outdoor Movies
- M.C. for Miscellanous events
- Party Planning
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Clear Lake Community Schools/Glenwood City Schools
Clear Lake/Glenwood City, Wisconsin
12.2023 - Current
- Assisted with K-12 classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students. Sub in Music, Band, Physical ED and Graded and subject Classroom.
Account Manager, Inside Sales
Bergquist /a Henkel Company
Prescott, WI
08.2014 - 01.2019
- Maintained and serviced corporate customer accounts acting as their on-site advocate
- Some tasks include quoting T-clad designs, order entry, customer service, new part setup, complaint resolution, product updates, as well as working with every department to make sure customers' needs are met.
Utility 1 Worker
The Bergquist Company
Prescott, WI
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Operated 6+ machines during 3rd shift manufacturing.
Co-owner
Windstruck Farm
Beldenville, WI
08.2003 - 11.2012
- Maintained and helped run a successful family dog breeding operation on our family farm.
- We shipped hand-raised puppies throughout the nation.
- Top website on Google.
- Developed strategies for increasing customer loyalty and satisfaction.
Independent Contractor
Windstruck Consulting
Beldenville, WI
09.2008 - 11.2009
- I was responsible for window, roof, siding, and gutter sales and satellite installations in western WI and metropolitan MN
Merchandising Sales Specialist
Bose Corporation
Framingham, MA
06.2006 - 09.2008
- I excelled at maintaining, cleaning, and resetting Bose displays.
- Maintained accurate records of customer interactions and transactions.
- I won several Bose Awards for quality work and performance, and I also helped in the training of new Bose merchandising specialists, as well as training retail sales personnel in proper demo techniques at 127 stores in Minnesota and western Wisconsin.
Remodeling Consultant
Signature Homes Services
Woodbury, MN
09.2005 - 05.2006
- I was the first salesman for a startup company, successfully completing window siding and roofing claims for a contracting company that worked in storm damage.
6th Grade Math Teacher
Hastings Middle School- ISD 200
Hastings, MN
06.2004 - 06.2005
- Successfully planned, taught, and evaluated lessons for five sections of sixth-grade math lessons, as well as coaching seventh-grade football and JV baseball.
K-12 Substitute Teacher
School districts of South Washington County and Hastings, MN; St Croix Central and Durand WI
09.2002 - 04.2004
- I fulfilled responsibilities and duties of the regular classroom teacher in their absence, which included all levels K-12 and special classes such as advanced math, physical education, music, art and special education
Director- Panther Kids Club
Ellsworth Community Schools
Ellsworth, WI
07.2001 - 08.2002
- Organized, planned, and implemented the curriculum of a brand new 21st-century grant-funded before/after school program for K-5.-5
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the organization.
K-12 Substitute Teacher
School districts of Ellsworth WI, South Washington County MN, Hastings, and Red Wing, MN
01.2001 - 06.2001
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of the regular teacher.
- Enforced rules and regulations to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Assisted with classroom management, such as monitoring student behavior and attendance.
Grade 5 Student Teacher
Jefferson Elementary School
Red Wing, MN
08.2000 - 01.2001
- I did wholeheartedly organize and instruct 5th grade curriculum in all subject areas
Bus Driver
River Falls School District
River Falls, WI
08.1994 - 05.2000
- I safely and responsibly drove school bus for River Falls School District on daily routes and extracurricular trips
Chiropractic Therapist /X-ray technician
Sevlie Chiropractic
Red Wing, MN
11.1996 - 05.1999
- I was responsible for patient care which included X-rays, Ultrasound therapy, massage, and issuing medical tests that included EKG, Spirometry, and blood work
Stator Winding Operator/ Shipping
McMillan Electric Company
Woodville, WI
11.1994 - 11.1996
- I successfully worked as a 3rd shift Operator of a stator winding machine and also worked in the shipping department as needed
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Education, Coaching, Music
University of Wisconsin-River Falls
01.2000
Diploma -
Westfield High School
Westfield, WI01.1985
Skills
- Love for people
- Construction Knowledge
- Coaching
- Leadership building
- Event Planning
- Recruitment
- Farm background
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Problem solving
- Project management
- Client retention strategies
References
- Shane Paulsen, Owner, Signature Home Services
- Michelle Magsig, Bose Corporation
- Mark Zuzek, Principal, Hastings Middle School
- Jen Biermann, Coaching, Good Shepherd Christian Academy
- Pastor Jim Chiccese, Volunteer, Teens for Christ, Hudson, WI
Volunteer Experience
- Youth Leader, Calvary Chapel, Red Wing, MN, 2009-2011
- Sunday School Teacher, MS/HS the River Church, River Falls, WI, 2006-2008
- Bible Quiz Coach, Teens for Christ, River Falls, WI, 1993-1995, 2005-2010
- Children's Minister, Falls Area Fellowship, River Falls, WI, 2001-2003
- AWANA JV Leader, Zion Covenant Church, Ellsworth, WI, 1995-1997
Coachingexperience
- Baseball/Softball, JV Baseball Coach, Hastings, MN, 2004/05
- Softball, Head Softball Coach, Falls Area Fellowship, 1991-2000
- Football, HMS FB Coach, Hastings, MN, 2004
- Football, Youth FB Coach, River Falls, Ellsworth, WI, 1996-99, 02-11
- Football, Head Football Coach, River Valley Knights Semi Pro, 2000-2001
- Track and Field, Assistant Woman’s Track Coach, University of Wisconsin - River Falls, 1999-2000
- Track and Field, Special Olympics Track Coach, Red Wing, MN, 2000
- Basketball, High School Boys Basketball Coach, Good Shepherd Christian, River Falls, WI, 2008-2009
- Athletic Director, Good Shepherd Christian Academy, River Falls, WI, 2008-2009
- Athletic Director, River Valley Christian Athletics, Beldenville, WI, 2006-2009
Timeline
Event Specialist
WeirCook'n Music and Event Solutions
02.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Clear Lake Community Schools/Glenwood City Schools
12.2023 - Current
Account Manager, Inside Sales
Bergquist /a Henkel Company
08.2014 - 01.2019
Utility 1 Worker
The Bergquist Company
08.2013 - 08.2014
Independent Contractor
Windstruck Consulting
09.2008 - 11.2009
Merchandising Sales Specialist
Bose Corporation
06.2006 - 09.2008
Remodeling Consultant
Signature Homes Services
09.2005 - 05.2006
6th Grade Math Teacher
Hastings Middle School- ISD 200
06.2004 - 06.2005
Co-owner
Windstruck Farm
08.2003 - 11.2012
K-12 Substitute Teacher
School districts of South Washington County and Hastings, MN; St Croix Central and Durand WI
09.2002 - 04.2004
Director- Panther Kids Club
Ellsworth Community Schools
07.2001 - 08.2002
K-12 Substitute Teacher
School districts of Ellsworth WI, South Washington County MN, Hastings, and Red Wing, MN
01.2001 - 06.2001
Grade 5 Student Teacher
Jefferson Elementary School
08.2000 - 01.2001
Chiropractic Therapist /X-ray technician
Sevlie Chiropractic
11.1996 - 05.1999
Stator Winding Operator/ Shipping
McMillan Electric Company
11.1994 - 11.1996
Bus Driver
River Falls School District
08.1994 - 05.2000
Bachelor of Science Degree - Education, Coaching, Music
University of Wisconsin-River Falls
Diploma -
Westfield High School
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