Monica Sparks
Award-Winning Servant Leader | Kent County Commissioner | Entrepreneur | Mental Health Advocate | Diversity & Inclusion Champion | Real Estate Expert | Business Strategist | Public Speaker
- Role
- Kent County Commissioner at Kent County Sheriff\'s Office, Michigan
- Location
- Grand Rapids, MI, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Monica Sparks
Monica Sparks is a dynamic leader recognized among the \"50 Most Influential Women in West Michigan\" by the Grand Rapids Business Journal. A proud mother, cancer survivor, and four-term Kent County Commissioner, Monica represents constituents with a $455 million budget. Her focus is enhancing the lives of children, seniors, veterans, families, and individuals with unique abilities or mental health challenges. As a small business owner with over 20 years of expertise in business development, sales, and marketing, Monica has successfully launched branding campaigns, developed real estate education programs, and supported countless entrepreneurs. She owns Urban Sparks Realty, LLC and a thriving Spa and Wellness Center and is a licensed Michigan Real Estate Broker who has created 30 state-approved courses for real estate professionals. Monica’s leadership extends to national and community boards, including: 1- Vice Chair of Behavioral Health (NACo) 2- Founder, Community of Hearts, a nonprofit creating mental health advocates in multiple languages. 3-Chair of the Kent County Black Caucus 4- Member of task forces for Immigration Reform and Economic Development Her dedication has earned her numerous accolades, including: 1- Diversity Business Leader of the Year (Corp Magazine) 2- Black Diamond Transformation Awardee 3- Featured nationally and internationally on platforms such as Dr. Phil, MSNBC, BBC, CBS, FOX, and more. A graduate of Leadership West Michigan, Monica’s contributions also include serving as a Certified SCORE Mentor, a mentor for Huntington Bank’s Rising Women Leadership Program, and a member of multiple chambers of commerce. Guided by her mantra,\"You cannot lead by pointing your finger; you must lead by moving your feet,\" Monica Sparks continues to empower communities, champion mental health, and leave a legacy of transformation and equity.
Experience
Kent County Commissioner
Kent County Sheriff\'s Office, Michigan
Jan 2018 — Present · Grand Rapids, MI, US
Education
Capella University
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Business Administration and Management, General
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