Board and Committees

Fuad is the Marketing & Communications Manager at Kamps Pallets, one of the nation's largest pallet recycling and manufacturing companies. He manages and supports the company-wide branding and communications strategy at Kamps. Fuad is active in his community, and in the past has served on the Emerging Leaders Advisory Council for the Special Olympics Michigan chapter. Moving to the United States as a refugee from Bosnia and Herzegovina, he has a unique perspective on the challenges faced by those growing up with English as a second-language and overcoming cultural barriers. Fuad earned a bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Marketing from Davenport University; along with an MBA with a specialization in Strategic Management. In his spare time, he likes to read, watch basketball with his dog, Mia, and travel.

Candy started her career in the travel business after studying International Relations at MSU. She worked with leisure and corporate clients until her first move to France. She and her husband moved twice abroad while raising two great kids. During this time Candy was president of the Americans in Alsace group. After moving back to Grand Rapids she started a business; Afterthemove where she worked with international and domestic families helping them get settled and find the resources needed to live here successfully. She also was an ambassador with the Grand Rapids Chamber and volunteered with many school clubs and boards. She dedicates much of her time now volunteering in the community. Mentoring with Affinity Mentoring and providing support and time when needed along with her family are her primary focus today.

John is an experienced education professional focused on the power of relationships, and currently the Parent, Family & Community Engagement (PFCE) Manager at Head Start for Kent County (HS4KC). Prior to HS4KC, John spent 20 years in K-12 education in various roles: teacher, teacher coach, curriculum specialist, athletic coach, assistant principal, assistant director, principal, executive director and superintendent. Outside of his work with Affinity Mentoring and HS4KC, John is a Life and

Frank is a dedicated and driven young marketing professional focused on making a difference in the community. He currently serves as the Digital Marketing Manager for Mercantile Bank . When he’s not in the office, you can likely find him outdoors or spending quality time with his family and friends. Frank has volunteered through Affinity Mentoring at SWCC in Grand Rapids for 2 years and is excited to give back to the organization through board service. Frank also serves on the board of directors for the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network of Grand Rapids. He is Vice-Chair of the Marketing Committee for the Michigan Bankers Association and a Planning & Strategy Committee member for Habitat for Humanity of Kent County. He earned an Associates in Science and Arts Degree from Muskegon Community College and a Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing Degree from Davenport University.

Michael serves as a Wealth Management Advisor for Fifth Third Private Bank. He leads a team that focuses on integrating values-based planning with sophisticated solutions for families, professionals, and business owners. Michael earned a Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in finance from Grand Valley State University. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and a Certified Exit Planning Advisor. Michael spent the past five years advancing his career in Nashville, Tennessee and recently had the opportunity to return to his hometown of Grand Rapids with his wife to raise their son. Michael is passionate about volunteering, community engagement, and enjoys playing golf with his family and attempting to look after a small hobby farm.