Employee Spotlight – Michelle Gwin
Published December 2018
TRC has always focused on hiring great people to become part of the TRC family, and now it’s time for you to get to know our employees a little bit better. Beyond their expertise, our team brings a unique mix of backgrounds, hobbies and special skills to the table. Check us out!
INTRODUCING MICHELLE GWIN
On any given day you can find her interacting with customers, keeping spirits high around the office and making sure our Environmental Services are thriving.
Michelle has been with TRC for 10 years coming up in September, 2018 and has grown with the company, now representing Business Development in the Environmental Services division.
Name and Title
Michelle Gwin, Business Development
How long have you been with TRC and why do you choose to work here?
10 years coming up in September. I love working here because it’s basically like working for a family. We work hard, we play hard, we hang out outside of work, it’s a fun time.
What do you like most about working at TRC?
Definitely the people. Where else can you find a company that is environmentally friendly, locally owned, small business, and cares about every single one of their customers and employees? It’s a phenomenal company to work for.
Before working at TRC, what was the most unusual or interesting job you’ve ever had?
I used to sell Real Estate for 10 years and have seen just about anything you can imagine in people’s home. Yeah, that got weird.
What is one of your guilty pleasures?
Craft Beer. I love traveling to different states, trying new breweries and different styles of beer.
What is something about you that would surprise people?
I have decided, at the age of 42, to start a Roller Derby team. I’m going to be the President of the Owatonna Steel Wheels, and we are hoping to have our first bout in 2019! I’m hoping to create some diversity in the community I live in.
What is your favorite movie, book or band?
There’s Something About Mary is definitely my favorite movie. She is quirky and I can relate to that!
If you could be any super hero, who would you be?
Wonder Woman.
What are your hobbies outside of work?
Roller Derby, total body workout classes, and my kids!
What would be a dream vacation?
My dream vacation would be to sit on a beach in Hawaii for a week, or two. I would bring my daughter.
What did you want to be growing up?
A firefighter. I thought it would be cool to lug somebody over your shoulder.