Michael Bremer

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Group Moderator at Dominican University - Osher Life Long Learning Inst. (OLLI)

San Rafael, California, United States

Overview

With over 30 years of experience, Michael Bremer is an author and expert in operational excellence and continuous improvement. He serves as the volunteer Vice President for the AME Excellence Awards and holds CPA and Certified Management Consultant certifications. People often describe him as informative, innovative, smart, and effective.

In retirement, Michael remains active in education and community. He volunteers at Dominican Universitys Osher Life-Long Learning Institute, where he moderates a discussion group on global issues and serves on the advisory board. His recent reading includes "An Unfinished Love Story" by Doris Kearns Goodwin.

His book, "How to Do a Gemba Walk, " won the prestigious Shingo Research and Professional Publication Award.

Personality Overview

Objective Evaluator

Direct & Assertive

Big Vision Person

They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.  Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them. They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.

Topics They Care About

Operational Excellence
With 30+ years of experience and his leadership role at the Association of Manufacturing Excellence, he is dedicated to helping organizations improve their practices and achieve excellence.
Effective Leadership
He authors books and teaches classes focused on how leaders can become more effective by learning to see hidden inefficiencies and better engaging their people in improvement.
Gemba Walks
Wrote an award-winning book on the topic, promoting it as a key method for leaders to understand the real work, show respect, and drive continuous improvement.

Media Appearances

Michael has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2019 - 11-2023
Group Moderator at Dominican University - Osher Life Long Learning Inst. (OLLI)
8-2019 - 5-2020
Advisory Board Member at Dominican University's – OLLI Program (Life Long Learning) 
2002 - 6-2018
Adjunct Faculty at University of Chicago Graham School of General Studies
2-1999 - 11-2000
President at Flow-Works, Inc.
1998 - 2003
Senior Engagement Manager - Lean/Six Sigma at Motorola

Education

1967 - 1971
BS Business from University of Missouri-Saint Louis
1963 - 1967
Education details unavailable from Roosevelt High School

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Insights For Selling To Michael

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside
  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine
  • Focus on the results that your product produces, expect some strategic questions in return

DONT's

  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Michael is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Michael

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Michael move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Michael take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Michael

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