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Michael Knaus

Michael Knaus

Lake Isabella,CA

Summary

Spearheaded key partnerships and strategic initiatives, driving substantial business growth. My background in the US Army honed my teamwork and loyalty, ensuring mission success. Skilled in coordinating training and combat operations planning.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

CEO

Elysium Tactical
07.2024 - Current
  • Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
  • Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.

Caregiver

IHSS Adult Services Program
02.2021 - Current
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.


Line Cook

Taco Bell
03.2024 - 09.2024
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.

Sous Chef

Farmhouse Grill
07.2020 - 12.2020
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.

Infantryman

US Army
12.2018 - 02.2020
  • Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
  • Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
  • Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
  • Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.
  • Conducted safety briefings for squad members prior to missions.
  • Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Harvard University
Cambridge, MA
06-2025

Associate of Science - Communications

Citrus College
Glendora, CA
01-2019

Skills

  • Operational excellence
  • Coordinating training
  • Crisis management
  • MIssion and vision
  • Combat operations planning
  • Teamwork and loyalty
  • Survival training
  • Small arms weaponry

Timeline

CEO

Elysium Tactical
07.2024 - Current

Line Cook

Taco Bell
03.2024 - 09.2024

Caregiver

IHSS Adult Services Program
02.2021 - Current

Sous Chef

Farmhouse Grill
07.2020 - 12.2020

Infantryman

US Army
12.2018 - 02.2020

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Harvard University

Associate of Science - Communications

Citrus College

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