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Juan (Johnny) Rodriguez, Ottawa County

The son of hardworking Mexican immigrants, Johnny Rodriguez is a proud Holland High and Hope College graduate. After over a decade in Human Resources and Talent Acquisition Leadership, he shifted his focus to nonprofit work, serving as Executive Director and later President and CEO of Latin Americans United for Progress (LAUP), the only Latino-led and focused organization in Holland, MI.

Now Vice President of Business Development at WORKFORCE Employment Specialists, Johnny leverages his leadership and community experience to drive strategic growth, foster inclusive partnerships, and expand access to employment opportunities. A dedicated advocate for equity and empowerment, Johnny has served on the Hispanic/Latino Commission of Michigan since 2022.