Strategic Partnership Strengthens Chamber's Commitment to Inclusive Economic Growth
The Grand Rapids Chamber is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Tucker, SHRM-CP, as Senior Business Consultant for the Thrive + Prosper initiative. In this role, Mark will drive strategic implementation of Thrive + Prosper’s mission to make Grand Rapids a place where everyone can thrive and prosper.
Mark brings over a decade of experience in business operations, team leadership, and project management to this position. As a Certified Human Resources Professional, a small business owner, and an expert in operational excellence and strategic collaboration, Mark is uniquely positioned to advance the Thrive + Prosper movement’s objectives of economic mobility, human flourishing, and community belonging.
“Mark Tucker’s appointment represents our commitment to the Thrive + Prosper movement and to driving meaningful change in Grand Rapids,” said Jenny Waugh, Vice President of Economic Growth at the Grand Rapids Chamber. “His demonstrated history of collaborative leadership, strategic project management, and commitment to community development makes him the ideal person to help connect Grand Rapids’ most innovative changemakers with the resources they need to create generational impact.”
Justin Beene, with the Thrive + Prosper transformation team, added, “The addition of Mark Tucker to our movement significantly strengthens our ability to implement our vision. His expertise in streamlining operations and scaling initiatives is exactly what we need as we expand our portfolio of community-focused projects. Mark’s background in human resources, workforce leadership, and his commitment to underserved communities perfectly aligns with our core values of human flourishing, economic mobility, and fostering a sense of belonging for all residents.”
In his new role, Mark will manage and implement key initiatives focused on Business & Entrepreneurship, Workforce Development, Flourishing Leaders, and Southtown. He will also support a portfolio of minority-owned small businesses, ensuring they have access to capital, contracts, connections, and capacity-building resources.
About the Grand Rapids Chamber
The Grand Rapids Chamber leads the business community in creating a dynamic, top-of-mind West Michigan region. Together with over 2,700 member businesses (80% of which are small businesses with fewer than 50 employees), we work to expand the influence, access, and information required to actively encourage entrepreneurial growth and community leadership. We offer the connections, resources, and insights needed to develop strong leaders, engage a diverse workforce, foster an inclusive and welcoming community, and advance a vibrant business environment that nurtures economic prosperity for all.
Learn more at www.grandrapids.org
About Thrive + Prosper
Thrive + Prosper is an emerging movement focused on making Grand Rapids a better place to live. As a collective of local businesses, entrepreneurs, investors, philanthropists, community organizations, faith organizations and residents with a shared vision, Thrive + Prosper works to connect and facilitate the best ideas from change-makers with networks and resources to drive generational impact. Learn more at www.thriveandprosper.com