Mike Vanelsen

Mike VanElsen is an experienced retail and sales professional with a diverse background in management and operations. Currently serving as the Store Manager at The Yankee Candle Company, Inc. since January 2020, Mike previously excelled as a Furniture Salesperson at Nebraska Furniture Mart for nearly two decades, consistently ranking as a top salesperson. Prior experience includes a rapid promotion to Sales Manager at Combined Insurance Company of America, where notable achievements included earning an insurance license and selling 50 policies in just one week. Mike also has extensive experience in general management roles at Little Caesars, Chesapeake Bagel Bakery, and Pretzel Time, demonstrating strong capabilities in operational efficiency and sales growth across various food service and retail environments. Mike holds a High School Equivalency degree from the Texas Education Agency.