Michael Pred

Trailblazer
DISC Type : ID

Vice President at PrideStaff

Norcross, Georgia, United States

Overview

Michael Pred is the Vice President at PrideStaff, where he supports field operations and strategic partners. His background includes senior operational and manufacturing leadership roles at Pfizer and Immucor. A University of Wisconsin-Madison graduate, he is described by colleagues as tenacious and an expert in achieving operational excellence.

He has a professional interest in major technology and healthcare companies, including GE HealthCare and Hewlett Packard Enterprise, suggesting a focus on innovation in these sectors.

As a PrideStaff franchise owner, his new office was recognized as "New Office of the Year" for its rapid growth and excellence in execution.

Personality Overview

Informal

Achievement-Oriented

Values Relationships

They prefer to ensure that they are in control of the situation.  They are more likely to accept new and exciting technologies. They will bat for you if they come to believe in you.

Topics They Care About

Client Experience
His mission at PrideStaff is to consistently provide client experiences focused on what they value most, making it a cornerstone of his professional philosophy.
Operational Excellence
He has a deep background in managing global manufacturing, supply chains, and quality control for major companies like Pfizer and Immucor.
Smart Hiring
He emphasizes the importance of cultural fit and strategic hiring to reduce employee turnover and build a workforce that lasts.

Media Appearances

Michael has no verified media appearances

Work History

11-2020
Vice President at PrideStaff
12-2013 - 9-2020
Owner/Strategic Partner at PrideStaff
1-2009 - 5-2013
VP Worldwide Operations at Immucor, Inc.
1-2006 - 12-2008
Director of Manufacturing at Pfizer
12-2003 - 1-2006
Director of Manufacturing at Pfizer

Education

BS from University of Wisconsin-Madison

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Insights For Selling To Michael

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Give them control of the sales process
  • Showcase existing customers and use case-studies to grab their attention
  • Ask them for a lunch or coffee once some rapport has been established

DONT's

  • Do not look like someone who doesn’t know what they are talking about
  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a friendly approach
  • Don’t force involvement of other stakeholders unless it is critical

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Michael is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Michael

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no though in a friendly way.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Michael move?

  • They can make decisions quickly if they develop trust in you and conviction in the product.
  • Can Michael take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they will be ready to take risks.

You And Michael

Personality Compatibility


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