Shelby Nickel

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Operations Superintendent at Gilbert Smith Forest Products

Barriere, British Columbia, Canada

Overview

Shelby Nickel is a seasoned operations leader with nearly 30 years of experience in the British Columbia forest industry. He has progressed from laborer to Operations Superintendent, holding a diploma in Wood Products Manufacturing from BCIT. He emphasizes innovation, supplier accountability, and implementing sustainable technologies in sawmill operations.

Beyond his extensive career in forestry, Shelby has a background in community service, having previously worked as a Community Support Worker where he was involved in the residential care of marginalized youth. He is also interested in the principles of effective leadership and personal growth.

Unique fact: Shelby helped implement one of the B. C. Interiors first fully-electric, energy-efficient lumber dry kilns, reflecting his focus on eco-friendly industry solutions.

Personality Overview

Assertive

Curious

Example Seeker

They often ask many questions and rely heavily on information and documentation.  They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing. They are generally strong communicators and are not easy to convince.

Topics They Care About

Forestry Operations
He has nearly three decades of hands-on experience, rising from a laborer to Operations Superintendent in the wood products industry.
Sustainable Technology
As Operations Superintendent, he was involved in installing an eco-friendly, fully electric dry kiln to improve energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
Supplier Accountability
He has stated that he values suppliers who are willing to "step up" to meet his company's high expectations and progressive goals.

Media Appearances

Shelby has no verified media appearances

Work History

8-2021 - 5-2024
Operations Superintendent at Gilbert Smith Forest Products
1-2024 - 3-2024
Operations Superintendent at Gilbert Smith Forest Products
7-2010 - 1-2015
Shipping Production Coordinator at Tolko Industries
9-2009 - 7-2010
Community Support Worker at Axis Family Resources Ltd.
1-2006 - 5-2009
Lumber and Drywall Broker at Wyatt Marketing Inc

Education

9-1995 - 5-1997
Diploma from British Columbia Institute of Technology
9-1995 - 5-1997
Diploma from British Columbia Institute of Technology

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Exp : 18 Location : Barriere, British Columbia, Canada Job Level : N/A Designation : Operations Superintendent at Gilbert Smith Forest Products
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Insights For Selling To Shelby

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Share testimonials from known people and give multiple examples of product value
  • Focus on immediate action-items rather than the larger goals
  • Use phrases like ‘clear proof that’, ‘data shows’ etc.

DONT's

  • Don’t brush off any concerns, take all questions seriously
  • Don’t rely excessively on your relationship with them to win the deal
  • Don’t be too objective but make sure to pad your storytelling with data points

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Shelby is

  • Clear proof of product value matters to them, followed by others' testimonials and rapport.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Shelby

  • They are practical yet friendly, don’t expect a clear no very often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Shelby move?

  • They like to analyze well and can take their time to reach any decisions.
  • Can Shelby take some risk or not?

  • They systematically evaluate all decisions and are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Shelby

Personality Compatibility


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