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
5204 Energy Drive Flint MI 48505
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
1255 N Main St Suite 3, Speedway, IN 46224
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
12977 Eagle Creek Parkway Savage, MN 55378
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
Websites
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