10 Within 10 Recognition
Mike Greene '13
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College: College of Business Administration
Major: Business administration
Job Title & Employer: Assistant City Manager and Community Development Director, City of Saline.
Current city: Saline, MI
Hometown: Caro, MI
What is your favorite memory of CMU?
The people and the relationships that were built, from Greek Life to Lunch Buddies to Leadership Safari and everything in between. Every event and activity with the people in these organizations was special, and CMU would not have been the same without them.
What has been your coolest moment since graduation?
Traveling to a new part of the country and experiencing a new culture with friends I met at CMU. Each year, we pick a city no one has been to, and we spend an extended weekend exploring and catching up. Being able to see and experience something new and hearing about all the amazing things going on in my friends' lives will never get old.
What are you proudest of?
Watching my friends and family succeed in their current endeavors and then set more goals. There is no better feeling than witnessing all the time and hard work they've put in to accomplish one goal after another come to fruition and then being there to celebrate.
What advice would you give to new grads?
Whether it's people in your chosen industry, the friends you made at CMU or your family, surround yourself with good people. These people will be there for you when you need a push to be better, to build you back up after a rough day and to celebrate the small wins as well as the life-changing moments. Going through life without these people would not be as fulfilling.
What has your work life taught you?
Get to know everyone, not just those in senior positions. While building relationships with senior staff is important, don't overlook connecting with the front-line employees. They can provide meaningful insight into your organization that you cannot get anywhere else.
What about CMU helped you succeed?
CMU helped shape my ability to build relationships with individuals from all walks of life. This has led to having people who can mentor me, hold me accountable and talk through concerns. The ability to form constructive relationships will always be useful.
10 years of 10 within 10 - 2023 update
Current city and state: St. Clair Shores, MI
Current job title and employer: Assistant City Manager, City of St. Clair Shores
What is happening in your life today that you didn't expect when you were named one of the 10 within 10?
I did not expect the opportunity to work in the administration of a city of 60,000 people and have my day-to-day work affect so many residents. When named a 10 within 10 honoree, I was the Assistant City Manager in a city of 9,000 people.
When you think of CMU today, what word comes to mind? Opportunity.