Jody Immink

Jody Immink is an experienced professional with a robust background in grant management, project administration, and government and non-profit services. Currently serving as a Proposal Manager at FORWARD Platform since February 2022, Jody specializes in streamlining program administration to enhance operational impact for governments. Previous roles include Business Management Consultant at JI Consulting Services, LLC, where notable projects involved managing diverse funding sources, and Owner of Hops on the Lakeshore, which involved outdoor events and hop cultivation. As the former Director of Housing Property at Good Samaritan Ministries and Grants Administrator for the City of Grand Rapids, Jody has overseen significant grant funds and facilitated community organization trainings. Jody also contributed as Program Director for CASA of Ottawa County and held positions at the Ottawa County Mentoring Collaborative and Herrick District Library. Educational qualifications include a Master of Public Administration from Grand Valley State University and Western Michigan University, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services from Baker College.