Michael Fahey
Onamia,MN
Summary
Experienced business partner with a proven track record of amplifying and enhancing services to provide effective solutions for internal and external clients and agency partners. Possesses extensive industry knowledge, strong communication skills, analytical abilities, and sales expertise to drive product and service growth. Utilizes 10 years of executive experience to develop and execute strategies that deliver tangible business results.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Development Business Partner
Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures
12.2022 - Current
- Managed strategic partnership initiatives to drive measurable outcomes and deeper relationships with cross-functional teams.
- Prepared and presented reports on status of projects and initiatives.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance partner relations.
- Networked with other professionals and organizations to expand contacts and opportunities.
- Monitored partner performance and provided feedback on areas of improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues and support staff to maximize team efficiency.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Provided outstanding service to all individuals, promoting effective, and lasting business relationships.
Mille Lacs Super Stop Manager
Wewinabi Inc. (Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures)
06.2020 - 12.2022
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
Human Resources Generalist
Wewinabi Inc. (Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures)
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Understood, interpreted and mediated human resources inquiries to support administration of human resources policies, procedures and programs.
- Improved operational processes resulting in productivity increase in HR department.
- Coordinated implementation of people-related services, policies and programs through departmental staff.
- Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
- Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
- Handled new-hire orientation and basic recruiting tasks for best-in-class talent identification.
- Conducted career fairs, screened resumes and interviewed applicants to build candidate pipelines and enhance company culture.
Grant Development Specialist
Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
01.2017 - 08.2018
- Facilitates the development of proposals for MLBO, including the writing of such proposals
- Develops collaborative opportunities with external organizations by working with MLBO Commissioners, Leadership, and appropriate Project Directors
- Assists MLBO Commissioners, Leadership, and appropriate Project Directors with writing, reviewing, editing, and meeting agency guidelines for all types of MLBO proposals for external funding
- Promotes an understanding of the benefits of obtaining external funding by identifying external funding by identifying funding opportunities that best match the interests of MLBO
- Encourages effective participation by MLBO Commissioners, Leadership, and/or appropriate Project Directors in the grant writing process by assisting in training MLBO staff in developing plans for seeking external funding, identifying funding opportunities, and developing competitive proposals
- Ensures the proper allocation of policies and regulations regarding the submission of external grant proposals and reviewing all submissions in accordance with MLBO policy and procedure
- Assists in the preparation and analysis of regularly scheduled and special requested reports regarding externally funded grant and research activities
- Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses required by the Director of Grants
- Helps to ensure the success of MLBO by assisting the Director in delivering training opportunities and performing all other duties as assigned
- Serve as the resident expert on grant development and interpretation of funding announcements, applicable regulations, policies and procedures
- Provide on-going and hands on training to MLBO Commissioners, Leadership, Project Directors and appropriate staff as it relates to grant development and management
- Design and execute sub-grantee monitoring processes, including conducting assessments and site visits, collecting and analyzing data, documenting results, and identifying and discussing implications
- Ensure regular contact with both Project Directors and appropriate federal and state grant program specialists to maintain positive working relationships and represent MLBO in a professional and courteous manner
Youth Program Manager
Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
07.2014 - 01.2017
- Managed Four Youth Programs in all districts
- Determined eligibility of clients for services, including case plan coordination, maintenance of supporting documentation, and records maintenance
- Maintained positive relationships with other departments/agencies
- Negotiated vendor contracts terms related to program needs and submitted proposals for approval
- Maintained security of all DOL filing
- Archive records as appropriate
- Compiled information, organized data and reported program participation
- Monitored the status of purchase orders and receipts of material and equipment
- Maintained inventory of supplies
- Scheduled and maintained program(s) calendars
- Made meeting, travel and special event arrangements
- Produced, composed and edited correspondence, manuscripts, and other program materials
- Maintained and protected client confidentiality and followed data privacy practices
- Supervised all Work Program Mentors
- Completed all youth payroll
Community Service Leader
Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
03.2014 - 07.2014
- Responsible for creating work schedule and supervising crew members
- Communicated with clients ensuring that their needs were completed as needed
- Transported crew members to various work sites
- Responsible for all timekeeping for crew members
- Responsible for obtaining signatures from clients upon completion of scheduled work
- Worked independently with minimal supervision
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed as directed by established policy
- Completed safety maintenance checks daily to ensure equipment was operating properly and all safety features were working
- Assisted with training, safety and orientation to the equipment with crew members
- Assured general maintenance, security, and safety of equipment and assisted with inventory of equipment and supplies
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12-2025
Employment Fundamentals -
Century College
Faribault, MN03.2012
Microsoft Office Specialist -
Century College
Faribault, MN11.2011
Computer Literacy -
Century College
Faribault, MN08.2011
Associate of Arts -
Fond Du Lac Tribal & Community College
Cloquet, MN07.2008
Cabinetmaking -
South Central College
Faribault, MN10.2004
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Key Relationship Management
- Leadership Experience
- Clear Communication Skills
- Management Experience
- Coordinating Skills
- Data Management
- Human resources
- Strategic planning
- Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office Suite
- Company processes and procedures
- Conflict resolution
- Client relationship management
- Human resources management
- Talent recruitment
- Proficient in various HRIS Systems
Certification
- Mille Lacs Band Law and Governance Training
- SCSU – MLCV Business Leadership Series
- Assertive Skills for Managers & Supervisors
- How to Excel at Managing and Supervising People
- Positive Indian Parenting
- Motivational Interviewing (Level 1)
- Motivational Interviewing (Level 2)
- ServSafe
- Grant Writing USA Certificate
- Department of Justice Grants Financial Management Training
- Managing Multiple Projects, Objectives and Deadlines
- Fundamentals of Successful Project Management
- Cannabis Retail Specialist Certificate (St. Paul College)
- Cannabis Cultivation Specialist Certificate
- The Reid Technique of Investigative Interviewing & Positive Persuasion
- Coaching Skills for Leaders
Additional Information
Former Chairman of the Policy Council and Governing Body for Wewinabi School. I am also near completion of my Bachelor of Science degree in Business with a specialization in Business Administration (One Class Remaining).
Timeline
Development Business Partner
Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures
12.2022 - Current
Mille Lacs Super Stop Manager
Wewinabi Inc. (Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures)
06.2020 - 12.2022
Human Resources Generalist
Wewinabi Inc. (Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures)
10.2019 - 06.2020
Grant Development Specialist
Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
01.2017 - 08.2018
Youth Program Manager
Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
07.2014 - 01.2017
Community Service Leader
Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
03.2014 - 07.2014
- Mille Lacs Band Law and Governance Training
- SCSU – MLCV Business Leadership Series
- Assertive Skills for Managers & Supervisors
- How to Excel at Managing and Supervising People
- Positive Indian Parenting
- Motivational Interviewing (Level 1)
- Motivational Interviewing (Level 2)
- ServSafe
- Grant Writing USA Certificate
- Department of Justice Grants Financial Management Training
- Managing Multiple Projects, Objectives and Deadlines
- Fundamentals of Successful Project Management
- Cannabis Retail Specialist Certificate (St. Paul College)
- Cannabis Cultivation Specialist Certificate
- The Reid Technique of Investigative Interviewing & Positive Persuasion
- Coaching Skills for Leaders
Bachelor of Science - Business
Capella University
Employment Fundamentals -
Century College
Microsoft Office Specialist -
Century College
Computer Literacy -
Century College
Associate of Arts -
Fond Du Lac Tribal & Community College
Cabinetmaking -
South Central College
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