Sarah Schooley- Optum 2023
I had the privilege of managing Kristopher. I was consistently impressed by his exceptional problem-solving abilities and innovative thinking. He has an incredible talent for thinking outside the box and finding creative solutions to complex challenges.
One of Kristopher’s standout qualities is his remarkable skill in keeping the team on track and focused. He possesses a unique ability to guide and motivate team members, ensuring that everyone remains aligned with project goals and timelines.
Furthermore, Kristopher has a genuine knack for building strong and meaningful relationships. His interpersonal skills are truly commendable, as he effortlessly fosters collaboration, communication, and a positive atmosphere within the team.
What truly sets Kristopher apart is his remarkable level of autonomy and self-direction. He requires little supervision and consistently delivers high-quality results. His dedication and ability to work independently reflect his commitment to excellence and his deep understanding of the project's intricacies.
Without reservation, I wholeheartedly recommend Kristopher. He is an exceptional project manager whose problem-solving prowess, innovative thinking, leadership, and autonomy make him an invaluable asset to any team.
Scott Morris- Optum 2023
I have known and worked with Kristopher over the last year as he has had the role and responsibility as a project manager over initiatives, including growth. During this time he has been able to manage and streamline a multitude of large projects and tasks to be more efficient and easily tracked.
He is a hard worker who is not afraid of a challenge and will dive in and do what it takes to efficiently complete a project.
Having benefited from Kristopher’s strong work ethic and high moral character, I would recommend him to any employer.
Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions.
Scott Morris
Director, MA Growth | Optum, Utah~Idaho~New Mexico
M 1-801-389-6016
Vincent- Chef at Tamarind 2021
Kristopher is the epitome of what a leader should be. He shows compassion, yet also has clear boundaries that come with it to ensure that he does not get taken advantage of. He is the type of leader who will get to know you as an individual in order to know how to best teach in a way that would be easy for you to understand. I have learned so much from just observing the way he interacts with other employees, as well as with myself. He is a very humble and empathetic teacher, and has taught me so much more about the meaning of “nurture your team, and they will nurture your business”. He is very punctual and never misses a deadline he has set for himself. I am very glad to have been able to learn the qualities of being a leader under his guidance.
S. Martine Prouty- Zen Float Co. 2020
As Kristopher's former GM at Zen Float Co, I directly observe his professional and personal impact on the company. I would recommend Kristopher for any position that requires team-building, problem-solving, leadership, and project management skills.
Kristopher joined Zen Float Co. in the newly created Production Manager position. During his time at Zen, he was responsible for developing a production team and creating a production process, with the ultimate goal of onshoring the production of the Zen Float Tank.
Throughout this process, Kristopher continued to impress me by applying his critical thinking, team-building, and problem-solving skills. Kristopher was able to conceptualize the manufacturing process by reverse engineering an existing version of the product that was being produced overseas. From there, he identified the positions he needed to create, built a team of new hires, and worked with them to develop the manufacturing processes to reach a functional, salable product. Along the way, Kristopher faced a multitude of challenges that needed to be thought through and overcome, and he worked with the team to find viable solutions or workarounds.
Above all, Kristopher was a pleasure to work with as he is thoughtful and mindful, both professionally and personally.
Abby Mathews- U of U 2017
Hardworking and determined is the phrase that comes to mind when I think of Kris Hawkins. I had the pleasure of attending the University of Utah with Kris where we learned about the foundations of entrepreneurship together. Kris is passionate about doing great work and I would highly recommend him.