"Mike is a fantastic and energetic leader, learner, and colleague. He not only goes the extra mile to be a supportive trainer, but he is always willing to step outside the box to help build your business acumen. He possesses a wealth of knowledge that he uses to mentor and develop those around him. I have personally benefited from Mike's guidance; while I was a retail leader, Mike assisted my team and me with brand development and workshops. He also assisted and guided me through a district leadership development program I was curating with ideas to develop our future leaders further. Due to Mike's guidance on brand development, I have been able to strengthen my own brand and draw on his perspectives to help develop the brands of individuals I have mentored. Mike is not only valuable to the team he is on, but to the V-Team as a whole."
-Hailey Ribail, Associate Director Enterprise Sales & Strategic Growth
"Mike is a passionate learner who never misses an opportunity to expand his knowledge. He approaches every task with dedication to both the business and the learners. His peers hold him in high regard, and for good reason. His ability to simplify complex tasks into manageable steps makes every project he works on more successful. Tulanko is a valuable addition to any team."
-Sarah Vahlstrom, Associate Director Learning & Development
"Tulanko consistently demonstrates exceptional dedication and a strong work ethic. His proactive approach to challenges and willingness to collaborate make him an invaluable asset to the team. Tulanko consistently delivers high-quality work and is always eager to help others, fostering a truly positive and productive environment."
- Anonymous Stakeholder Survey
“Mike Tulanko is one of the most outstanding employees I have worked with. He truly embodies the credo. He always puts the customer first, regardless of whether it's internal or external. He has a unique way of simplifying complex tasks or messages down to an easily digestible format. Mike has a great ability to bring people together and make them feel like they are all part of the team. His demeanor with peers and leadership is outstanding. His kindness always shines through. He will make an amazing Sr. Manager.”
-Stan Parker, Associate Director Learning & Development
"Mike was great with communicating and offering help. His team was available, even working through Apex and NH events. I was also able to partner with Mike on a project to help onboard new leaders from outside of the retail channel, which will help those coming in to be mindful of safety and security."
-Anonymous Stakeholder Survey
“Mike is a highly professional Vteamer who embodies the credo. He establishes a collaborative environment where team members feel valued and respected. His ability to keep the team on task is commendable, as he effectively fosters focus and productivity while promoting an inclusive team dynamic. Mike's strong sense of self-accountability ensures that he consistently delivers results and takes responsibility for his actions. Through his exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, Mike consistently contributes to the success of any project or team he is a part of.”
-Iisha Chachere, Associate Director Learning & Development
“Mike is an employee who is agile, flexible, and efficient when it comes to any project that's presented to him. As a team player, he prioritizes the main goals as well as working alongside his peers and cross-channel partners to identify their strengths that they can bring to even the largest of projects. Mike is an effective communicator. He explains deadlines with clear vision and understanding.”
-Wayne Vivola, Senior Trainer