FATHER OF THE YEAR: MSU ALUMNUS

He's one in 100. MSU alumnus Jeff Agar was one of the 100 fathers honored this month by the American Diabetes Association and the Father's Day Council of Grand Rapids. 

The association annually recognizes men who manage their diabetes while balancing their personal and professional lives, make positive impacts in their communities and serve as positive role models for their children.

“We are thrilled to recognize these exceptional fathers who demonstrate the ability to balance a high level of success in their chosen careers with their family commitments while continuing to serve as great role models in our community,” said Mitchell Neubert, director of the Greater Michigan ADA.

“They deserve recognition not only as fathers and community leaders, but for their dedication to change the future for all people living with diabetes.”

Agar is vice president and general manager for Leggett & Platt's Genesis Seating, a global furniture manufacturer and distributor headquartered in Grand Rapids

He earned an MBA degree at Michigan State University in 1989. He played three years of professional baseball in the Detroit Tiger’s minor leagues.

He started his business career with the Ford Motor Company in finance. Later, he joined Steelcase, Inc. as a plant controller and eventually director of supply chain management.

Jeff’s current position is GM/VP for Leggett & Platt's Genesis Seating, a global furniture manufacturer and distributor headquartered in Grand Rapids.

He and his wife, Becki, have three children (John, Annie and Grace) and live in Rockford.

He also participates with myTeamTriumph and is a very active long-distance runner and triathlete. In addition, he serves a board president for the Equest Center for Therapeutic Riding.