John M. Globensky

John joined the City of Grand Rapids in May 2009 and has held positions as Investment Analyst and Administrative Analyst in the Treasurer’s Office. In May 2014, the City Commission appointed John to the position of City Treasurer.  During John’s time in the Treasurer’s Office, he received certifications as an Advanced Public Funds Investment Manager, Michigan Certified Professional Treasurer, and Certified Public Finance Administrator.  During his career, John was the recipient of both the MMTA Prime Award and the Dr. Jackson R.E. Phillips Award for his groundbreaking systems and procedures.  John has spoken at MMTA, MGFOA, APT US&C, Public Sector Network, and technology conferences.

John is from the West Michigan area. Much of John’s family have and still live in the Greater Grand Rapids area.  John has earned his Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration as a double major in Accounting and Finance in 1988 from Western Michigan University and a Master of Business Administration in 2003 from the University of Phoenix.  He has served 6-years on the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Treasury Investment Management Committee and is currently serving on the Michigan Municipal League Local Government Finance Committee. 
 
When not at work, John enjoys being outdoors, bicycling, golfing, and spending time with family and his dog, Ruby Grace.  If not in West Michigan, you will be able to find him in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.