Business Development Grand Rapids

JOHN F HENDERSHOT

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SUMMARY AND SKILLS

Skills

Operations Management Business Development Financial Management Strategic Leadership Executive Coaching

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

John F. Hendershot Business Coach and Author /Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Leadership Development Consultant

May 2018 - Present

Authored industry articles and delivered keynote presentations to drive strategic growth and operational improvements.

Delivered executive coaching and leadership development programs tailored to organizational needs.

Mentored emerging leaders and business owners in achieving long-term goals.

Grow /Grand Rapids Metropolitan Area Business Advisor

Mar 2023 - May 2024

Provided strategic advice to entrepreneurs and small business owners in growth and operational planning.

Delivered insights to early-stage companies, focusing on scalability and profitability.

Rende Progress Capital /Grand Rapids, Michigan Business Development Director

Feb 2019 - Mar 2023

Directed efforts to provide financing solutions to entrepreneurs excluded from traditional financial systems due to systemic inequities.

Developed programs and strategies to combat bias and support racial equity in business financing.

Partners Relief & Development /International - Multi-locations VP of Finance

Jul 2018 - Dec 2018

Coordinated budgeting, risk management, and financial policy development across multiple international offices.

Streamlined financial operations and liaised with institutions to ensure compliance and efficiency.

DIG-IT, INC. /Hastings, Michigan CEO

Sep 2012 - May 2018

Oversaw all aspects of business development, budgeting, and strategic planning for a utilities and construction company.

Led transformational initiatives to expand offerings and increase profitability.

DIG-IT, INC. /Hastings, Michigan CFO

Feb 2011 - Sep 2012

Managed financial operations, including commercial lending, investment oversight, and compliance.

Developed human resources policies and supervised employee benefits programs.

Great Lakes Trenchless Association - Great Lakes Region President

Feb 2016 - Mar 2018

Advocated for innovative trenchless technology solutions and industry advancement.

Silver Panther Holdings, LLC /Hastings, Michigan Managing Member/Partner

Apr 2014 - Oct 2016

Directed commercial real estate investments and diversified portfolio holdings.

United Federal Credit Union Assistant Branch Manager Sep 2009 - Feb 2011

Developed and maintained customer relationships to promote business banking services.

Supervised branch operations, staff development, and business banking activities.

Fifth Third Bank Branch Manager Jun 2008 - Apr 2009

Oversaw branch operations, focusing on business banking loans, deposits, and financial services.

Managed the transition and closure of the branch.

JP Morgan Chase Branch Manager/VP May 2006 - Jun 2008

Established strong community relationships to drive business growth.

Led branch operations with a focus on business banking services.

Fifth Third Bank

Customer Service Manager & Other Roles Nov 2002 - May 2006

Held various leadership roles in customer service and branch management, ensuring high-quality service delivery.

EDUCATION AND OTHERS

Western Michigan University

Bachelor’s in Public History

Cornerstone University

Master of Science in Management Master of Business Administration (MBA)

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