Through hard work and strong local ties, Tracy Ruell has become an important leader in our community. Tracy was born on a farm in Big Rapids. After PBBs contaminated cattle feed supplement across Michigan, the repercussions of this catastrophe forced Tracy’s father and uncle to shut down their farm and forge a new path forward. At 16, Tracy got her first job at a local McDonald’s. Over the course of a 20-year career at McDonald’s, Tracy worked her way up to leading teams of employees, opening new stores, and managing multiple restaurants. Tracy then served as a critical operations and scheduling leader at the corporate office of Meijer. While Tracy was building her career, she was also growing her family. Tracy married her husband Rob in 1996 and the couple have two adult children. The family owns and manages its own insulation business - International Insulation Fabricator’s Inc.

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Tracy is a familiar face in our community – she has stayed active in her church, volunteered with Angels of Action, and served as a member of the Big Rapids Rotary Club. Now, as a candidate for the State House of Representatives, Tracy is looking to build our local economy. She will help ensure the Gotion Project delivers local jobs, protect women's freedom to make their own healthcare decisions, and be a proud champion for LGBTQ community. Tracy is looking forward to rolling up her sleeves and getting to work for every member of our community.