Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County announced a leadership transition that makes Chris Gentile its president and chief executive officer. The organization said the change takes effect immediately.
Matt Organ, who has served as co-CEO, will step out of the co-executive role and become executive advisor to the CEO. The organization said Organ initiated the plan after 45 years of service, and that it is meant to set up a clear succession path while keeping his institutional knowledge, donor relationships and community ties.
Gentile, who has spent 11 years with the organization, will oversee day-to-day operations, management and strategic execution. The group credited his work with programs that have earned national recognition.
Organ will focus on major gift fundraising, community and external relations, municipal partnerships and executive mentorship. Officials said splitting operations from fundraising and outside advocacy should keep donor momentum going and avoid any interruption to programs.
The organization operates 18 club facilities in Broward County and serves more than 2,000 young people ages 6 to 18 each day.
