May 22, 2025

By Lane Kimble

You almost certainly know his name, but how well do you really know Tim Michels?

The Michels Corporation owner and vice president has worked hard with his brothers to grow his parents’ business from $150 million to more than $4 billion today.  Michels employs 8,000 people worldwide and works on a wide array of transportation and infrastructure projects.

And, of course, there’s that recent bid for governor.

Still, as Steve and Lane found out this week, there’s a whole lot more to Tim Michels and he’s happy to share it if you ask.  Favorite band?  Favorite book?  Coolest job site he’s been on?  It’s all in the fourth edition of “Road Trippin’ With WTBA” podcast.

Click HERE to listen to Episode 4: What Makes Tim Michels Tick?

Listen in on a fascinating conversation with Tim covering his childhood, early days in the family business, military service (including overseeing the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier) and much more.

As you pack the car for the holiday weekend, take us along!  You can find the latest episode on Apple, Spotify, Amazon or anywhere you get your podcasts by searching “WTBA.”