Michele Leann van Beek

About Michele Leann van Beek

Hi, I’m Michele, a results-driven expert in natural health manufacturing, organizational leadership, change management, and corporate psychology. I specialize in streamlining operations, optimizing team performance, and driving profitability in family owned businesses in highly regulated industries.With over 30 years in executive roles in health and wellness, I am dedicated to scaling businesses through strategic leadership, operational efficiency, and workforce development. I help oversee daily operations and long-term growth strategies, ensuring sustained innovation and financial success.How I Help Businesses Scale and Succeed • Manufacturing Optimization: Aligning accounting processes, information technology, and operational workflows to improve efficiency and reduce costs. • Organizational Leadership: Building high-performing teams through corporate psychology, emotional intelligence, change management, effective communication and team development. • Regulatory & Risk Mitigation: Strengthening SOPs, compliance frameworks, and cross-functional collaboration to safeguard business continuity. • Profitability & Growth: Implementing data-driven strategies, payroll and benefits implementation, KPI integration, and performance management to enhance scalability and financial health. • Compliance & Quality Assurance: Leading industry-best initiatives that uphold compliance, food / employee safety, and product integrity. FISMA, SFSF, PCQI, NASC, 21CFR, HAACP, AAFCO, OMRI, GAAP, MSHA, OSHA Why Work With Me?As an Air Force veteran and former hospital leader, I bring ideation, precision, and a people-first approach to business operations. I work at the intersection of nutrition strategy, quality systems, and regulatory execution, helping ensure that science-backed solutions ensure scalability.I welcome opportunities to collaborate with CEOs, executives, and business owners looking to enhance their operational strategy, leadership development, and bottom-line growth. I am also open to board positions and enjoy mentoring young entrepreneurs, veterans, and women navigating leadership in the C-suite.Looking to scale your business or optimize operations? Let’s connect.We’re hiring leaders! I’m currently seeking talent in Finance, Human Resources, Compliance, Procurement, and more! Explore career opportunities at Van Beek Natural Science, by contacting me directly or please go to: Don’t see your position and want to join our team, message me your resume.

Experience

1. Vice President Operations

   Van Beek Natural Science

   Dec 2025 — Present · US

   I lead initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and integrity at Van Beek Natural Science. • Develop and execute strategies in accounting, HR, quality control, IT and manufacturing to streamline operations. • Champione ethical practices and corporate change management to cultivate a positive work environment. • Tackle complex challenges in livestock feed and companion animal supplement manufacturing to ensure quality and excellence.

Education

• Indian Hills Community College

  Associate Degree; Degree, Nursing

  1998 — 2000

• Buena Vista University

  Bachelor's degree, Business Management / Entrepreneurship - Psychology minor

  1995 — 1998

• Clarkson College

  Bachelor of Science Nursing Degree, Nursing Practice

  2008 — 2010

• Clarkson College

  ARNP, Family Practice Nurse/Nursing

• Clarkson College

  Master of Science in Nursing, Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner

  2010 — 2013

• Food Safety Preventative Controls Alliance

  Preventative Controls Qualified Individual, Quality/Compliance

  2018