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Michael Simpson

Sequim,WA

Summary

Dynamic entrepreneur with a proven track record of success across a variety of industries, demonstrating exceptional strategic thinking and inspirational leadership. Always on the cutting-edge with innovative solutions, I have achieved record setting growth in both the hospitality industry and retail. From building start-ups from the ground up to executing the vision of community non-profits, I have a wide range of experience and demonstrated success that would be a perfect fit as General Manager for Aramark.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder/Consultant

Kismet Business Development
05.2022 - 12.2024
  • Consultancy created to leverage my experience in small business operations, development and scaling.
  • Provided tech, HR, and strategy support to small and established businesses across the U.S. and Australia.
  • Through a variety of business partnerships, I provided tech stack development, P&P and SOP creation and implementation and resources to help businesses grow and scale.
  • Utilizing the Lean Start-Up approach, helped multiple businesses re-tool their current resources to increase the topline revenue and reduce expenses.

Founder/CEO

RV2Tee.golf
09.2020 - 09.2023
  • Created RV2Tee.golf from scratch as a membership program for RV traveling golfers.
  • Developed and implemented a whole new brand featuring websites, membership management tools, marketing strategy, and a seamless customer experience for my paying members.
  • Traveled the U.S. in 40ft Class-A RV attending R.V. shows and trade specific events while marketing and promoting my new product.
  • Having been selected from a pool of 80,000 businesses, I was 1 of 60 contestants and a top performer on a reality T.V. show The Blox, Season 7, where I competed to show my business acumen and start-up I was developing.

Owner/Independent Operator

Grocery Outlet
09.2015 - 05.2022
  • Managed day-to-day business operations of a franchised Grocery Outlet, including staffing, accounting, merchandising, training and inventory management.
  • Hired over 1000 employees during ownership, fostering and encouraging employee growth and development across multiple departments.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Grew at a consistent 6%-8% per year, generating $8-$9 million in sales annually.
  • Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions like Covid-19, making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability and success.

General Manager

Gleneagle Golf Course
03.2010 - 11.2014
  • Responsible for the day-to-day operations of an 18 hole public golf course and restaurant, increasing revenue by over 300% and annual rounds by 100%.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations with vendors.
  • Managed a diverse team of skilled labor, grounds crew and restaurant employees, fostering a positive work environment and high employee retention during my tenure.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability through guerilla marketing and dynamic T.V and radio advertising.
  • Formulated policies and procedures from scratch to streamline operations, reduce expenses and improve the overall customer experience.

Skills

  • Strategic thinking
  • Entrepreneurial mindset
  • Dedicated problem solver

Volunteer

Board President - Arlington Community Food Bank

Took a non-profit operating at an annual loss and through a number of new initiatives and a complete revamping of the management structure, increased annual donations to over $1,000,000 and doubled the impact to the community.

Accomplishments

Contestant on The Blox entrepreneurial reality T.V. show.

Vetted from over 80,000 businesses to be 1 of 60 who competed to prove their business the best! Top performer and have received multiple offers to attend the show again.

Timeline

Founder/Consultant

Kismet Business Development
05.2022 - 12.2024

Founder/CEO

RV2Tee.golf
09.2020 - 09.2023

Owner/Independent Operator

Grocery Outlet
09.2015 - 05.2022

General Manager

Gleneagle Golf Course
03.2010 - 11.2014

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