Michael Spies
Towner,ND
Summary
Dynamic entrepreneur with a proven track record at Gnomehall Farm, excelling in sales strategy development and operations management. Successfully enhanced operational efficiency, established foundational processes, and built strong client relationships, driving business growth and profitability. Adept at cost management and navigating market trends to optimize pricing strategies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Parts Person and Safety Coordinator
Gooseneck Implement
01.2026 - 07.2026
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with management to create emergency response plans tailored to operational needs.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends and recommend corrective actions for risk mitigation.
- Ensured parts orders for technicians were accurate and promptly delivered
- Returned unused parts to inventory to ensure accuracy
- Operated forklift as necessary to move large and/or heavy components to work spaces
Owner/Operator
Gnomehall Farm
07.2020 - Current
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Assessed income and expenses and adapted plans to improve profit levels.
Owner/Executive Chef
Have Knife, Will Travel Personal Chef Services
01.2018 - Current
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Brown College
MN11-2004
Skills
- Sales negotiation
- Sales strategy development
- Business planning
- Operations management
- Cost management
- Relationship management
- Marketing strategy development
- Client relationship management
- Inventory management
Timeline
Shop Parts Person and Safety Coordinator
Gooseneck Implement
01.2026 - 07.2026
Owner/Operator
Gnomehall Farm
07.2020 - Current
Owner/Executive Chef
Have Knife, Will Travel Personal Chef Services
01.2018 - Current
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Brown College