Rhonda Watson to Lead Boys & Girls Clubs
Of The Brazos Valley to a Bright Future
Information Provided by Boys & Girls Club of the Brazos Valley
Boys & Girls Club of the Brazos Valley announced Rhonda Watson has been selected as the new Chief Executive Officer of the organization. An experienced non-profit leader, Rhonda assumed responsibilities on February 1, 2021. Rhonda has over 30 years of communications, public relations, and nonprofit organizational development experience. Her passion is leading non-profit organizations seeking to better the lives of people in the local, national, and global community and in the process, grow the capacity of the organization.
Barbara Clemmons, Board and Search Committee Member said, “Rhonda is the right fit for the CEO position as evidenced by her commitment to diversity and transparency. This is paramount to the success of The Club. Her attention to data and her marketing skills are most needed for the Club to grow. I look forward to her tenure as she will impact not just the Club but the community as well.”
During her twelve years at Hospice Brazos Valley, Watson increased brand awareness, led marketing and outreach efforts using data driven strategies, and developed internal processes to provide a better customer service experience.
Woody Thompson, Board Treasurer said, “I was very impressed with her vision for the future of the organization.”
A native of Texas, Watson spent 13 years in Seattle, WA. Her career experiences there include nonprofit consulting, fund development, project management, and television production.
Belle Bramhall, incoming Board Chair, led the Search Committee. When asked about finding the right candidate, she responded, “Rhonda brings experience, leadership skills and energy that will inspire our board, staff and members. You just have to meet her to understand why we have chosen Rhonda to lead our Club into the future.”
The Boys & Girls Clubs of the of Brazos Valley, in association with Boys & Girls Clubs of America is dedicated to helping youth of all backgrounds develop the qualities needed to become responsible citizens and leaders of our community and nation. Boys & Girls Clubs of the Brazos Valley provide a safe place to learn and grow, ongoing relationships with caring adult professionals, life-enhancing programs, character development experiences, hope and opportunity.
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Since 1959, Boys & Girls Clubs of Brazos Valley have served the youth of the Brazos Valley, currently serving over 1,500 youth annually through their Bryan Central Unit and Caldwell Unit. For more information or to schedule an interview with Chief Executive Officer, Rhonda Watson, contact Vice President of Community Relations – Nancy Dee Paschal: nancy@bgcbv.org 979-739-7434