John Globoker is GRCC’s Vice President of Finance & Administration, overseeing the college’s Accounting and Budget Services, Conferencing and Event Services, Facilities, Gerald R. Ford Fieldhouse, Police/Public Safety, Promise Zone, Purchasing, and Student Financial Services. Under John’s guidance, these departments manage a general operating budget exceeding $134 million, ensuring that students and employees alike have a safe, inclusive environment and the facilities needed to deliver a high-quality education.
No stranger to higher education, John brings more than 18 years of leadership experience in higher education to GRCC. He previously served as chief financial officer at Jackson College, where he oversaw finance, business services, student financial services, auxiliary operations and investment management. Other significant roles include CFO at Kendall College of Art and Design and director of financial affairs at Purdue University.
John holds an MBA from National American University and a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Northern Colorado. He is a member of NACUBO and active in the Michigan Community College Business Officers Association.
John grew up in Colorado, but his wife, Cristina, and daughter, Hope, have called Byron Center home for 9 years. His adult son and daughter-in-law live in and work in the beautiful state of South Dakota. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling, gardening and visiting the beach.
