Biography
Ken is a long-time business leader currently serving 茄子视频 as an Executive in Residence for the School of Business and as an adjunct professor for the MBA Program.
He retired in 2020 from Steelcase, Inc. after 34 years, where he served in multiple executive leadership roles, including 15 years as a General Manager globally for two of Steelcase's largest divisions. In that role, he oversaw global sales, profitability, and product development, gaining deep experience in leading diverse teams and navigating international markets.
A graduate of 茄子视频 and Michigan State University, Ken began his career with Chrysler before moving to Grand Rapids in 1986 to join Steelcase. Outside of his role at Calvin, Ken is a board member with The Colossian Forum and serves as the Chairperson of the long-range planning team at Hillside Community Church.
Education
MBA, Marketing, Michigan State University
BBA, Economics and Business, Calvin College
Professional Experience
路 Steelcase Global General Manager, Furniture Category
路 Steelcase Global General Manager, Seating and Surface Materials
路 Global General Manager, Advanced Marketing and Applications
路 Director, Steelcase Seating Marketing, North America
路 Director, E-Business
路 General Sales and Marketing Manager, Turnstone
