Kent County has hired Josh Spencer as director of strategic impact, which is a newly reclassified position. He will start on December 12, 2022 and will report to the County Administrator.
“Josh’s proven experience in grant development, business planning, and spearheading strategic initiatives make him an excellent fit for this position,” said Kent County Administrator Al Vanderberg. “We are looking forward to the expertise that Josh will bring to the County and helping us further advance our strategic goals to positively impact the quality of life and economic growth in Kent County.”
Most recently, Spencer was vice president at Kennari Consulting in Grand Rapids, MI, and previously owned Meraki Grant Services. During his tenure at Kennari, Spencer worked with non-profit organizations in the areas of grant development, research, financial strategy, and capital fundraising campaigns.
“I am excited to be hired as the first director of strategic impact for the County,” said Spencer. “I look forward to using my skills and experience in this new role to continue pushing Kent County forward, ensuring we maintain a community where people want to work, visit, stay, and grow.”
Spencer will lead grant development for internal and external County objectives; manage significant County projects; and lead continuous improvement and development initiatives to meet the current and future needs of the County.
He holds a Master of Public Administration and a Bachelor of Science in history from Central Michigan University.
