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History of The Society
In September 1999, The Society was formed by 12 experienced, committed professionals in Saint Louis, MO to create national and regional forums for networking and mentoring while promoting career development and recognition.
FOUNDING MEMBERS
Mr. Robert Clay
formerly Boys & Girls Clubs of Missouri
Mr. Gregory Coles
formerly Boys & Girls Clubs of Cleveland
Mr. James Cox
formerly Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Mr. Lou Dantzler
formerly Challengers Boys & Girls Club
Mr. Lincoln Ellis
fomerly Boys & Girls Clubs of NW Indiana
Mr. Robert Hassin
Ms. April Janney
formerly Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago
Mr. Carl Lavender
formerly Boys & Girls Clubs of the Suncoast
Mr. John Miller
Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Mrs. Judith J. Pickens
formerly Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Mr. David A. Smith
formerly Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City
Mr. Calvester R. Stanley
Boys & Girls Clubs of Oakland
Ready to Join The Society Network?
The Society honors the rich legacy and enduring contributions of African American professionals to the Boys & Girls Club Movement while creating opportunities for connection, collaboration, and professional growth for all who support its mission. Through a national/regional network, members receive peer support, exchange ideas, and engage in meaningful conversations that strengthen leadership across the organization. Recruitment, retention and upward mobility are at the top of The Society's agenda
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