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Wolverine Construction taps CFO and longtime private equity veteran as new president - Crain's Grand Rapids Business

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Oct 12, 2026· 1 min read
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Key Takeaways
  • • Wolverine Construction, one of West Michigan's oldest construction firms, has named Nolan Spencer as president, according to Crain's Grand Rapids Business.
  • • Spencer, who has served as the company's CFO since 2024, brings about 25 years of experience in corporate finance, private equity and operating leadership, according to company-related coverage.
  • • Curt Mulder continues as CEO, while Spencer leads day-to-day operations.
  • • The appointment reflects a leadership transition at a firm with an 87-year history, per publisher-linked coverage.
Summary
Wolverine Construction has appointed Nolan Spencer as its new president, Crain's Grand Rapids Business reported on October 15, 2026. The firm, described as one of West Michigan's oldest construction companies, is elevating its chief financial officer to the role.

According to publisher-linked coverage, Spencer brings 25 years of experience in corporate finance, private equity and operating leadership. He spent nearly a decade in private equity before joining Wolverine, and has served as CFO since 2024. In the new role, he will oversee day-to-day operations, while Curt Mulder remains chief executive officer.

The appointment is part of a broader leadership transition at the company, which marks an 87-year legacy in the region. The Crain's report, written by Kate Carlson, frames the move as a shift toward a finance-and-operations leader guiding the firm's next phase. Additional details on the company's financial performance or strategic plans were not disclosed in the available coverage.

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