CEO Profile: Michelle Spoelstra, Alpha Wholesale Produce
| Tuesday, Apr 22 2008 04:15 PM
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Company:Alpha Wholesale Produce Inc.
Michelle Nicole Spoelstra,president and chief executive officer
How long as chief executive?Since July 1999
Year of birth:1962
Industry:Fresh produce distribution for food service
Last fiscal year’s revenues:$2.9 million
Employees:14
Education:Studied at UCLA; later got into accounting and sales
Q: What is your favorite thing about doing business in Bakersfield and Kern County?
A: I’ve enjoyed returning to Bakersfield after 17 years and re-establishing relationships from my childhood in the farming industry. I’ve truly enjoyed a full circle and I have developed a great respect for our community. As Bakersfield has grown it has embraced a wholesome family environment and it’s amazing how large the city has grown but yet you still run into people you know everywhere you go.
Q: What’s a fun fact about you?
A: I've traveled throughout the United States and abroad and have worked with celebrities including Smokey Robinson; Philip Bailey of Earth, Wind & Fire; Stevie Wonder; Nell Carter & many more. Also, my husband and children have brought thee most fun and complete fulfillment to my life.
Phone:589-8274
Web site: alphawholesaleproduce.com
Date of interview:April 21, 2008
