Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta Launches Search for New President

July 30, 2008

ATLANTA – Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta (BGCMA), a private, nonprofit organization providing youth development services for young people from disadvantaged circumstances for over 70 years, announced today the launch of a nation-wide search for a new President. The current President, Jerry Tipton (pictured to the right), has served as President of BGCMA for 15 years, leading the organization successfully through unprecedented growth.  

"We are very thankful for the dedication and leadership that Jerry Tipton has brought to the Boys & Girls Clubs organization during his 43 years of service," said Scott Greene, chair of the board of directors of BGCMA.

"We are seeking a leader who exhibits strong passion and dedication to serving disadvantaged youth. Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta has been built on a foundation of success, and we are excited to engage a leader who will take us to new heights as an organization and further impact our youth," Greene continued.

Right-Way Services and Resource Mosaic has been retained by the Board of Directors to apply its unique 3-step methodology – review, search, transition assistance - to find an individual who will successfully lead one of America’s most prominent organizations. 

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ABOUT BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF METRO ATLANTA

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta operates 24 Clubs in 12 metro counties in addition to Camp Kiwanis and Youth Art Connection, a gallery and workspace for young artists. A trained and professional staff serves more than 17,000 youth annually by offering specialized programming and a safe haven for at-risk and underprivileged children and teens. Memberships cost only $35 per school year but scholarships are available for those who need assistance. For more information, please visit www.bgcma.org.