Family Business Alliance Ambassadors are volunteers for FBA who are committed to helping members get the most out of their membership. They are all individuals who have been very involved with the organization and have used resources and programs to help strengthen their businesses and families. Ambassadors are available as a resource to our members for any questions they may have from a member’s perspective.
Spencer Welsh is one of FBA’s committed ambassadors serving the family business community on his own time. Get to know Spencer with his answers to our questionnaire below.
How did you first get involved in FBA?
We have been platinum underwriters for FBA since 2018 and produce the FBA podcast through our
network, The Welsh Wire. When I joined the firm in 2019, We officially became a family business and also became members of FBA.
Why is FBA important to you?
FBA creates a community of people in similar seasons of life and gives them a safe place to learn, collaborate, grow, and counsel together. Being able to discuss the unique challenges and dynamics of a family business with other family businesses, provides a perspective that you can’t get anywhere else. FBA provides family businesses with the resources and encouragement necessary to ensure success for generations to come.
What has been your favorite FBA event or activity?
Joining a peer group is strongly recommended. The peer group allows you to develop deep relationships with leaders and future leaders of family businesses. In the peer group, you navigate the relational and business aspects of a family business.
Why do you think family businesses are important to West Michigan?
Family businesses play a huge role in economic impact, community engagement, longevity, and innovation in West Michigan. These businesses are major drivers of economic growth, supporting local suppliers and other businesses while reinvesting profits into the community. Family businesses take a long-term perspective focusing on sustainable growth contributing to economic resilience in the region. We are continually innovating and adapting to keep our region strong.
What are some of your favorite hobbies?
My hobbies include golf, reading, almost any sport, and exploring the outdoors.
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