I have worked in the ingredients sector for over 8 years. I have worked with Mike on several projects throughout those years. Our company imports a lot of Tapioca Syrup as did Mike. It was important to see a mutual benefit despite us having similar customers. It’s great working with people of integrity like Mike. When working in this industry, you can be hesitant to release customer information to others.
Working with Mike there was no hesitation for me to have my customer pick up product at his warehouse. I could trust Mike to offer supply and not try and go behind me and attempt to steal the business. That’s a rare trait.
Mikes organization was impeccable. Paperwork always in order, documents sent in a timely manner. Everything that makes life easy when working together. His staff was always professional and kept us in the loop so there was never any confusion.
When I started in this industry Mike was already running his company and had a solid footing. I quickly noticed that working with him allowed me to use his vast knowledge of the industry and products. I must say I would typically call Mike when I had questions from customers on Tapioca syrups, Rice syrups and syrup solids. Mike had experienced so many situations that he had quick solutions. Whether it be about the product itself or issues importing it. It’s a valuable commodity to be ahead of the market on products nowadays. Mike lives the industry and when you do that it allows you to make the correct decisions. Sometimes knowing when, and when not to, can be a swing of thousands of dollars.
I have continued to keep in contact with Mike. I know when the time is right, he will again be a valuable partner in many ways.
KM
Sales Manager