Spencer Barker

About Spencer Barker

I lead where strategy meets execution — translating executive vision into real results across complex, multi-stakeholder environments.Over the past several years I\'ve managed a 87+ facility real estate portfolio across North America, supported five corporate acquisitions, helped launch an enterprise AI initiative, and guided economic development efforts that connect corporate growth with community impact. That work sits alongside eight years of elected service on Newark City Council, where I navigate government, regulatory, and public affairs challenges daily.What sets me apart: I\'m equally comfortable in a boardroom strategy session and a municipal council chamber. That dual fluency — corporate and civic — makes me unusually effective at government relations, stakeholder alignment, and any initiative where business and community interests intersect.Core strengths: Portfolio & program management at enterprise scale Corporate real estate strategy and acquisitions Government, regulatory, and public affairs navigation Cross-functional leadership (operations, finance, legal, technology) Economic development and community partnerships AI initiative development and implementationI\'m currently exploring my next opportunity. Open to senior operations, real estate, public affairs, government relations, and strategic leadership roles. Let\'s connect.

Experience

1. Realtor

   Howard Hanna Real Estate Services

   Aug 2024 — Present

Education

• The Ohio State University

  Bachelor's degree, English Language and Literature, General

  2009 — 2014

• Granville High School

  High School Diploma, General Education

  2005 — 2009

• The Ohio Auction School

  Auctioneer, Auctioneering

  2014 — 2014

• Hondros College

  Real Estate

  2017 — 2017

Skills

• Software Installation
• Mac
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Aperture
• Customer Service
• Windows Xp Professional
• Final Cut Pro
• Event Planning
• Mac Os
• Editing
• Os X
• Mac Os X
• Video
• Iphoto
• Public Speaking
• Social Networking
• Social Media Marketing
• Public Relations
• Troubleshooting
• Microsoft Exchange
• Small Business
• Keynote
• Apple Remote Desktop
• Network Administration
• Windows
• Final Cut Studio
• Video Production
• Ilife
• Imovie
• Microsoft Office
• Ipod
• Video Editing
• Ipad
• System Administration
• Ios
• Technical Support
• Iwork
• Itunes
• Apple Ios
• Computer Hardware