Senior Vice President Michael J. Czymbor joins SGR with more than 35 years of local government management experience. His extensive background and specialized knowledge in municipal budgeting, capital improvement programming, strategic goal setting and planning, economic development, and the effective management of high-growth communities and organizations have become the hallmarks of his distinguished career. Spanning four states, his experience includes leadership positions in cities and towns in Ohio, Michigan, Florida, and South Carolina, culminating in a nine-year tenure as City Manager in Hardeeville, South Carolina.

He has worked with many economic development organizations, chambers of commerce, downtown business associations, business incubators, and other groups striving to improve their respective communities. Always committed to service whether professionally or privately, Michael has been active in various capacities in numerous civic organizations. He also served on the Michigan Municipal League Board of Trustees.

Throughout his career, Michael has been a practitioner of the servant leadership philosophy, making it a cornerstone of his career. He has prioritized his time to mentor, coach, and promote his employees so they could be the best version of themselves.

Michael holds a bachelor of science in local government management from Central Michigan University and a master’s degree in public administration from Bowling Green State University. He has been an ICMA Credentialed Manager since 2003.

Michael resides in Fernandina Beach, Florida, with his spouse, Mary Beth, and his dog Koda.