Chris Spence

Chris founded The New Growth Group, LLC (New Growth) in 2010, recognizing that workforce development is essential for regional economic growth and creating better opportunities for people. He helps communities across the country meet the needs of both workers and businesses. New Growth serves colleges and universities, K-12 schools, philanthropies, business groups, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations throughout the U.S. Under his leadership, the organization has served over 200 clients in 29 states and Washington, D.C., through strategic planning services, program evaluations, and securing more than $400 million in grant wins.

Prior to his workforce development career, Chris was a captain in the US Army 10th Mountain Division. He holds two master’s degrees from New York University’s Wagner School of Public Service and a bachelor’s degree from Case Western Reserve University. A product of the industrial Midwest, he is grateful to work with so many people across America dedicated to improving their communities.

When he’s not helping clients, Chris likes to go fishing. Mostly to give the universe a good laugh.