GSM SALES - Key Persons
Adrian is one of the founding partners of GSM Sales. After graduating from the University of Iowa with a degree in Biomedical Engineering, Adrian went on to earn his MBA from the University of Missouri at Kansas City. Adrian worked in various capacities in software and finance before ultimately ending up as a senior equity trader for Tradebot Systems, where he met Michael and Jason.
Creative problem-solver, Alicia earned her BFA in Visual Communication from the University of Kansas. After several years of running her own freelance design firm and starting a family, she joined the GSM team. Having worked in fields spanning industries including technology, printing, startup branding, weddings, personal branding and more, she brings a trained eye to both print and online design.
Though she stays busy with her family, Alicia enjoys spending her free time playing video games and spitballing new ideas.
Ben is one of the founding partners of GSM Sales. He graduated from the University of Kansas in 2010 with Finance and Information Systems degrees. Prior to forming GSM Sales, Ben worked in various technology based roles within Cerner Corporation for 7 years, with the most recent role being the manager of a team of software engineers.
Ben likes to spend his free time watching and playing video games with his wife and friends. He also enjoys watching the Jayhawks, the Royals, and the Chiefs, investing, and finding the best deals on anything.
Jason is one of the founding partners of GSM Sales. After graduating from the University of Kansas with finance and business administration degrees, Jason was a member of the Financial Management Program within GE Capital Solutions. Prior to forming GSM Sales, Jason worked as a senior equity trader for Tradebot, a premier high frequency trading company located in Kansas City.
Jason likes to spend his free time with his wife and daughter. He also enjoys watching his local sports teams (University of Kansas Athletics, the Royals, and the Chiefs), investing and discussing new business ideas.
Job Titles:
- VP of Warehouse Operations
Jonathan is the VP of Warehouse Operations for GSM Sales. He earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management from the Krannert School of Management at Purdue University in 2008. Prior to joining GSM in 2019, Jon spent several years working for large retailer and manufacturer warehouses. He also held positions in the automotive field selling vehicles and later underwriting vehicle loans for Wells Fargo Dealer Services.
Jon enjoys spending his free time with his wife and Chocolate Lab, Dakota. He also enjoys watching his favorite sports teams, general handyman work around the house and anything automotive related.
Adrian is one of the founding partners of GSM Sales. After graduating from the University of Iowa with a degree in Biomedical Engineering, Adrian went on to earn his MBA from the University of Missouri at Kansas City. Adrian worked in various capacities in software and finance before ultimately ending up as a senior equity trader for Tradebot Systems, where he met Michael and Jason.
Michael is a founding partner of GSM Sales. Before GSM Sales he graduated from Missouri University of Science and Technology (University of Missouri - Rolla) with a BS and MS in Engineering Management. After graduation Michael moved to Nevada to work as a Project Engineer for Perini Building Company. While in Nevada he worked on the City Center project, and specifically Veer Towers, which is located on the Las Vegas Strip. After Nevada Michael moved to Kansas City to work at Tradebot Systems which is a high tech financial firm.
Michael is an outdoor enthusiast who loves all things active. During his free time you will find him trying to find new experiences related to activity and outdoors. Some of his current favorites are biking, hiking, skiing, and traveling to new places.
Nick is the VP of Wholesale with GSM Sales. After graduating from Missouri Western State University with a degree in Economics, Nick went on to earn his MBA from the University of Missouri at Kansas City (Go Roos!). Before joining GSM Sales, Nick worked as a Project Integration Specialist with State Street Bank. Nick also spent seven years as a Crew Chief in the USAF. Nick's primary work with GSM includes streamlining logistics and procurement of goods.
Job Titles:
- Chief Operating Officer
- in 2021 As Chief Operating Officer
Ryan Lund joined GSM Sales in 2021 as Chief Operating Officer. Prior to GSM Sales he graduated with a Mathematical Modeling Degree from Maryville University in St. Louis. After graduating, Ryan moved to Kansas City to work as an Equity Trader at a computerized stock trading company, Tradebot Systems.
Ryan enjoys all things outside! In his free time, you will find him on the mountain bike trails or pickleball courts around Kansas City. Ryan also enjoys taking his chocolate lab, Stella, for walks around the local park and enjoying local restaurants with his fiance, Ellie.
Steele is the CEO at GSM Sales. After graduating from the University of Kansas with a degree in chemical engineering, Steele earned his PhD from the University of Colorado in chemical engineering with a thesis focusing on the genetic engineering of E. coli. Looking to avoid a nasty stomach infection, Steele then joined the team at GSM Sales.
Steele loves to spend his time hanging out with his cocker spaniels: Bean and Hops and making ramen.