Michele Burkheimer

After 27 years in the cabinet industry, 5 years ago, I embarked on an exciting new chapter in my professional journey. I decided to completely change directions and earned my real estate license, joining Century 21 Circle. Although my primary career experience has been in the cabinet industry, I have consistently demonstrated success in sales. Since making this career change, I have excelled as a real estate professional, becoming a top producer within the brand and earning awards for both production and quality service. My career began as a production employee, and within three years, I advanced to team leader. Just six months later, I was promoted to supervisor, a role I held for 19 years. Over the course of my tenure, I gained experience in multiple departments, with most of my expertise centered in the finishing department. However, I also acquired significant knowledge in sanding, assembly, and inventory management. After spending 23 years at the same company, I took a leap of faith and accepted a position as Plant Manager at a different cabinet company. During my time there, I led efforts to reduce lead times, reorganize and clean the facility through lean principles, and implemented systems to track production metrics. These initiatives ensured proper staffing, accountability, and improved overall operational efficiency. This extensive background in management, production, and sales has provided me with valuable skills that translate seamlessly into real estate. My dedication to excellence and my ability to adapt to new challenges have been pivotal in this exciting new phase of my career.