Mike Johnson
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Mike has worked for T.A. Solberg for almost five years now. When he was hired, he was asked to float between stores and help out produce departments where needed. I was eventually promoted to the Produce Lead in Eagle River which he thoroughly enjoyed. After four months, he was asked to take on the role as Produce Coordinator for the company which after a short time turned into the Director of Produce & Floral. He has worked in the Grocery Industry since he was 15 years old, starting as a Bagger. After he graduated High School, he took a job with an independent grocer while attending school.
He found himself taking on more roles and responsibilities within the company and he was given a night manager roll early and moved up from there. He spent eight years learning the grocery side of the business before going to work for Albertsons. There, He was hired on at the flagship store near the company's corporate offices and was surrounded by very talented and hard-working individuals that took the time to train and develop him for his own successful career within the produce side of the organization. He worked for Albertsons as a Produce Lead for over 23 years in 10 different home stores and was part of a team that would travel for remodels & Grand Openings. He feels very blessed to work for a company that has allowed him to continue to grow and develop his career in the Produce industry.
What types of certifications, education, or other licensing have you acquired?
"C.A.P." - An Albertsons leadership training certification classFederal Food Safety courses
What kind of awards, recognition, or honors have you been a part of in your career? Include years, title of honor/award,etc.
Several "Employee of the Month" awards - Albertsons2021
TAS Outstanding Business Leader
2024 WGA Excellence in Operations Award
What parts of the job are your favorites? What are you passionate about? What gives you energy in this industry?
Mike's favorite part of the job is training others and then watching run their own successful departments. What fuels him today is working with the future leaders of our company and seeing them realize their own potential as they grow and take on more responsibilities within the company.
Why do you enjoy working for the company?
I enjoy working for the company for many reasons, but the feeling of being part of an unselfish and professional team is what makes coming to work daily a real pleasure.
What are some things that you are proud of that you accomplished, implemented, or executed while working for the company?
I take great pride in seeing many of our awesome associates receive the recognition and awards that they deserve. My success is measured on the success of others.
What are some things you enjoy doing in your spare time?
Being Outdoors. Whether enjoying a beverage on the deck in the summer sun, ice fishing in a blizzard, Hunting or Camping in the woods, or teeing it up on the golf course, nothing beats just being outside.
What is your"passion word" on your name badge and why did you choose it?
Outdoors. It was chosen because that is where I like to be.
