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About Spalon Montage
The Spalon Montage Story
It is astounding that twenty years ago we founded Spalon Montage. We had a vision to create a harmonic environment that would empower each team member to share their feedback and collectively work toward achieving organizational goals. Two actions were paramount in making this possible. First, we sat down individually with each team member to answer two simple, yet vital, questions: What is working, and what is not working? How can we improve Spalon Montage to better serve our guests and one another? Each response was valued equally and helped shape Spalon Montage into the proud, yet humble, company it is today.
Secondly, we put great detail and definition into our mission statement. Ultimately, our mission statement was created to guide everything we do, which is why we put forth much effort in ensuring every team member believes, lives and breathes it. Today, our mission statement continues to guide each interaction with one another and our guests, resulting in the delivery of legendary service. We don’t need to think about it; we live it.
The success of Spalon Montage has expanded our team from 20 team members, at the first location in Edina, to now over 300 employees spanning the Chanhassen, Edina, and Woodbury locations. In valuing excellence, we promise to continue to perfect our guest services and provide an enjoyable team atmosphere.
Shelly Engelsma and Mitchell Wherley
Mission Statement
We are a highly motivated team of honest and innovative professionals dedicated to providing a personally rejuvenating experience, enriching each other and our guests.
Our Values
The Golden Rule: treat others the way you wish to be treated
Leadership: be a catalyst for change
Diversity: celebrate and embrace diversity to enrich our environment
Responsibility: personal and professional responsibility for Spalon profitability
Excellence: individual and organizational discipline to excellence
Mitchell Wherley, Owner
Prior to ownership of Spalon Montage, Mitchell was a consultant for Julien O’Connor, Inc. He developed full-scale plans for large restaurants and lounges. He was also Partner and Production Manager of Domus Design Studio 260, Inc., specializing in set design of production for motion pictures, TV commercials and music videos. Mitchell was formerly responsible for Both Sides Productions, a private monthly club, that showcased highly talented individuals.
Shelly Engelsma, Chairperson and Owner
Prior to ownership of Spalon Montage, Shelly Engelsma held many management positions and focused in multiple areas including sales and finance, guest services, strategic planning, administration, and new product design, development, and implementation. Shelly was the Vice President of Physician’s Health Plan and a member of the Senior Management Team. Shelly is past president and former member of the board of directors for the Illusion Theater and the Minnesota Film board.
