Michael Gardner

Michael Gardner is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in management and sales across various sectors. Since May 2018, Michael has served as the Southern Regional Manager at WOODWAY USA. Prior to this role, Michael was a Territory Manager for JACOBS LADDER from August 2016 to May 2018, overseeing the Midwest and Western States from a base in the Chicago suburbs. Michael has also worked in the public service sector as a firefighter with the Riverside Fire Department since 2011. Other notable positions include Director of Sales & Marketing at 2XL Corporation from 2004 to 2016, and a Corporate Relationship Manager at Smith Barney from 2000 to 2004. Additionally, Michael held roles in security supervision at Safety Service Systems and ramp service at United Airlines. Academic credentials include a BA in Political Science from DePaul University, with earlier studies at Winona State University and St. Ignatius College Prep.