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Michael Johnson

Okemos,MI

Summary

My goal is to utilize my unique experience as a professional race driver and my knowledge of the racing business as a foundation and resource.

In 2005, I went from being an up-and-coming motorcyclist, with 14 national titles to my name, to being paralyzed from the mid-chest area down. When I was only 12, I broke my collarbone, right ribs, left ankle and left leg in addition to fracturing the T5 and T6 vertebrae in my back, which caused the paralysis. I consider the incident a bump in the road, as I have continued my mission of being a professional racing driver. Today, I drive a specialty-equipped racecar with hand controls. I have taken the cards that life has dealt me and am doing things most able-bodied people only dream of. I am as motivated and capable as any racing driver, and am determined to succeed.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Assistant

Universal Coating Inc
05.2016 - Current
  • Involved in a variety of duties that contributed to the successful operation of a company that provides specialty and high tech coating services including phosphating, pre-treatments, adhesives, and films throughout the Midwest.
  • Some of those duties include hiring, training, onboarding, making/receiving phone calls, and other HR related tasks.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Driver

Bryan Herta Autosport
10.2019 - 10.2022
  • Professional race car driver.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Driver

JDC Miller Motorsports
01.2005 - 07.2019
  • Professional race car driver
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

Lansing Community College
Lansing, Mich.

High School Diploma -

Keystone National High School
Bloomburg, Pa.
06.2011

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Human resources administration
  • Administrative Support
  • Microsoft Office and Docusign
  • Talent Recruitment
  • Employee Interviews
  • Office Organization
  • Employee Relations
  • New Employee Orientation
  • New employee onboarding
  • Team Player

Accomplishments

  • 2022: Finished the season 3rd in the championship.
  • 2018: Finished the season with one title-win (Lime Rock Park/Lakeville, Conn.), four runners-up, two third-place finishes and two fourths on Continental Tire SportsCar Challenge (TCR class)
  • 2018: Finished 5th in the points standings for the 2018 championship
  • 2016: Raced in the IMSA Continental Tire SportsCar Challenge in the ST class
  • 2015: Competed in an abbreviated Pro Mazda season that included four events, closing the season with a top-10 result at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca
  • 2014: Featured as part of NASDAQ's "Ignite Your Ambition" holiday campaign in NYC's Times Square
  • 2014: Awarded a scholarship by Disabled Sports USA to train with members of the U.S. Paralympics Alpine Skiing National Team
  • 2014: Finished 13th of 32 entries in the Pro Mazda Championship presented by Cooper Tires
  • 2013: Finished 19th of 28 entries in the Cooper Tires USF2000 Championship Powered by Mazda
  • 2013: Claimed his best results of 12th in the season-ending pair of races at Houston
  • 2013: Advanced 13 positions on the street of St. Petersburg to finish 14th after starting 27th
  • 2012: Finished 15th of 22 entries in the Cooper Tires USF2000 Championship Powered by Mazda in his rookie season
  • 2012: Recorded best finish of 10th at Road America, earning the Tilton Hard Charger Award for advancing 18 positions
  • 2012: Recipient of the inaugural USF2000 Spirit Award
  • 2011: Finished third in the Skip Barber Summer Series with three wins, seven podiums and 13 top-five drives
  • 2009: Competed in the Great Lakes Pro Series posting six wins in the Rotax class and 12 podium finishes in the Tag and Pro classes
  • 2007: Competed in regional karting events in East Lansing, Mich., claiming the Junior SuperCan Championship title and earning "Driver of the Year" honors
  • 2002-05: At age 12, finished third in the Junior Red Riders Supermoto Challenge in Reno, Nevada
  • 2002-05: Finished ninth in the national Red Riders Challenge Final at Las Vegas
  • 2002-05: Finished first in the Canadian Supermoto Series 85cc
  • 2002-05: NasMoto Series champion (450cc)
  • 2002-05: North East Regional national champion in 85cc and 250cc
  • 2002-05: Won a total of 14 championships by the age of 12

References

  • Joshua Gibbs, Owner/Lead Trainer, Rockout Performance, 3037 Onondaga Road, Eaton Rapids, MI, 48827, 517-914-5533, joshuagibbs60@gmail.com
  • Tim Johnson, Vice President, Universal Coating, 1386 West Frances Road, Mount Morris, MI, 48458, 810-516-0327, corp@universalcoating.com
  • Stephen Simpson, Owner, Lionsport, LLC, 650 West 64th Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46260, 305-310-8810, stephen@lionsportusa.com

Timeline

Driver

Bryan Herta Autosport
10.2019 - 10.2022

HR Assistant

Universal Coating Inc
05.2016 - Current

Driver

JDC Miller Motorsports
01.2005 - 07.2019

Some College (No Degree) -

Lansing Community College

High School Diploma -

Keystone National High School

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