Dale Kohlsmith, M.Ed.
About Dale Kohlsmith, M.Ed.
Dale Kohlsmith, M.Ed., serves as the Assistant Sales & Finance Manager and HOG Chapter Manager at Harley-Davidson Motor Company in the Lansing, Michigan area. With a diverse background in training, education, and business management, he has accumulated extensive experience in project management, curriculum development, and technical resource management.
Work at Harley-Davidson
Dale Kohlsmith serves as the Assistant Sales & Finance Manager and HOG Chapter Manager at Harley-Davidson Motor Company since 2020. In this role, he acts as a liaison between the HOG chapter membership and the dealership, ensuring a positive relationship. His previous position at Harley-Davidson included working as a Purchase Facilitator & Network Marketer from 2019 to 2020, where he contributed to sales and marketing efforts across multiple locations in Michigan.
Education and Expertise
Dale Kohlsmith holds a Bachelor of Science in Education (BSE) in Industrial Technology & Economics and a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Career & Technology Education, both from Bowling Green State University. His education is complemented by participation in Harley-Davidson Corporate Training Programs focused on Team Sales and Financial & Insurance Services. He has also engaged in Continuing Education & Corporate Training Programs, enhancing his skills in training and development.
Background
Dale Kohlsmith has a diverse professional background spanning several industries. He has held various roles at Numatics, Inc., including Trainer, Training Coordinator, and Director of Training, contributing to training and development from 1997 to 2010. He also owned and operated a Signarama franchise for seven years, focusing on business management and marketing. His early career included positions in education as a Design Instructor and Graduate Assistant at Bowling Green State University.
Achievements
Dale Kohlsmith has a proven track record in project management and curriculum development, aligning educational initiatives with business objectives. He has extensive experience in managing training needs for both corporations and small businesses. His skills include conducting needs assessments, developing curricula, and delivering presentations for various audiences. He has also worked with multi-dealership marketing managers to support regional branding initiatives.
Professional Experience
Dale Kohlsmith's professional experience includes significant roles at various organizations. He worked at Kroger as an Assistant Produce Manager and Salad Bar Clerk early in his career. He has also served as a Residence Hall Advisor at Bowling Green State University. Since 2010, he has been the Owner and Managing Training Director at Northcoast Pneumatic Training, focusing on training and consulting in the field of fluid power engineering.