Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis

Pick up the latest St. Louis American and read the FRONT PAGE article about our new President/CEO Brandon M. Williams, MBA. He discusses his days at Mathews-Dickey, career, and vision for Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL). Thank you Sylvester Brown, Jr. for the insightful story! If you have not gotten a copy, pick one up. You can also click the link below. https://lnkd.in/gvC7E7PB

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) new President/CEO Brandon M. Williams, MBA congratulated the 2024-25 Youth of Year winner Austin Nichols after Austin presented his speech before the full Board. The Youth of the Year winner receives a $5,000 scholarship, a car courtesy of Frank Leta Automotive, dinner at the Saint Louis Club, and Brand Ambassador duties for the year! Great futures start at BGCSTL! #bgcstl #leadership

The conversations about the vision for Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) with the new President/CEO Brandon Williams continues in the community! Mr. Williams participated in an informative panel Founder's Lounge discussion about "Building in the STL" at Aloft Hotel- Cortex Thursday. The packed audience asked questions and shared comments. Stay tuned for more opportunities to connect with us, and meet Mr. Williams. #bgcstl

Thank you for a great conversation Frank Cusumano, and Jill Farmer on The Big 550 KTRS with the new President/CEO Brandon M. Williams, MBA! It was a full circle discussion starting with Mr. WIlliams high school football career to assuming the CEO role from a legacy leader, Dr. Flint Fowler! It was an engaging, yet inspiring conversation! Thank you Frank & Jill! We look foward to future discussions! #bgcstl

The week is off to a great start. Our new President & CEO Brandon Williams visited Total Information AM with Debbie Monterrey, and Tom Ackerman on KMOX this morning. Mr. Williams discussed his career, preparation leading to the position, and what it means taking over the legacy from Dr. Flint Fowler. Insightful conversation! Thank you, KMOX | Audacy! We look forward to many more! Click the link to hear the conversation. https://lnkd.in/gK5syTSh #bgcstl

It is only the beginning of many interviews with the new President & CEO of BGCSTL, Brandon M. Williams, MBA! Thank you KSDK - 5 On Your Side, Travis Cummings, and Mercedes McKay for an outstanding interview this morning. Mr. Williams knocked it out the ballpark, discussing his career experience in the NFL, his vision for BGCSTL, and continuing Flint W. Fowler, Ph.D.'s legacy! #bgcstl #legacy

BGCSTL 2024-25 Youth of the Year winner Austin Nichols picked up his new vehicle today! Thank you Frank Leta Acura & Frank Leta Automotive Group for your loyal partnership, and commitment to our youth! With your help, we are fulfilling our mission, and building great futures! CONGRATS Austin! Drive slowly!???? Would anyone like to share driving tips??? #bgstl #bethalto #greatfuturesstarthere

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STOP!!!!... THE NEWS YOU'VE BEEN WAITING FOR IS HERE!! Please give a warm welcome to the new President & Chief Executive Officer of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis, Brandon Williams! A native of St. Louis, former BGC Mathews-Dickey Club Alum, and former NFL player, Brandon is ready to take the organization to greater heights! Please read the excerpt from the announcement released today and take a moment to CONGRATULATE the new President & Chief Executive Officer, Brandon Williams! (St. Louis, Mo. – November 7, 2024) -- The Board of Directors for Boys & Girls Club of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) announced today the appointment of Brandon Williams as the organization's new President & Chief Executive Officer. Williams, a St. Louis native and former NFL player, will assume the role on Jan. 1. Williams brings more than 15 years of experience in business-to-business marketing, sales, media, sports, and innovations to the position. He comes to BGCSTL from the St. Louis Battlehawks, where he was Vice President of Team Business and Event Operations. He led the team's market relaunch, fostering community partnerships with local organizations. His leadership engaged over 350,000 fans and secured over 20 corporate partnerships, generating more than $18 million in economic impact. Williams will take over from BGCSTL President Dr. Flint Fowler. Dr. Fowler led the Club for nearly 30 years, growing it from one site to several locations, serving children and their families. Today, 14,000 children and their families use BGCSTL in Missouri and Illinois for after-school, teen, sports, and summer programs. A graduate of Hazelwood East, Williams was a two-time Second-Team All-State player. His NFL career began after he graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a bachelor's degree in communications. He was a third-round draft pick (#84 overall) with San Francisco. He played for two seasons with the 49ers before signing with the St. Louis Rams. In 2009, he finished his career with the Pittsburgh Steelers. His diverse experience includes roles as a financial advisor, motivational speaker, NFL analyst on the Big 10 Network and ESPN, the author of "Millionaire Mindset—7 Principles Athletes Need for Financial Freedom," and an entrepreneur. In 2023, the St. Louis Business Journal recognized Williams as a "40 Under 40" influential business executive to watch. He also received Missouri Athletic Club's prestigious Jack Buck Award. Williams is active in his community as a proud Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. member and currently serves on the board of Behavioral Health Response. He holds an MBA in Entrepreneurial Studies from Lindenwood University, and a life coaching certification. #bgcstl

We have a big announcement coming soon! We can't wait to share!! Do you know what it is???? Shhhh...stay tuned. We will share the news tomorrow! #bgcstl #hottopic #comingsoon