Vonn Magnin -
Vonn Magnin has been working with youth-orientated programs emphasizing in life skills development and substance abuse prevention since 2000. Prior to coming on board with BGCMP he was involved with the organization for several years managing programs that conducted summer outreach activities at both the Stewart and Glendale Branches. Vonn is a U.S. Marine Veteran and received his Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Public Administration degrees from Arizona State University. Vonn and his wife are the parents of two boys.
The credentials of our staff expand beyond experience and education, encompassing the diversity and values of the communities we serve. We hire directly from the local community; fifty percent of our professional field staff are ethnic minority, reflecting the many faces of the community. We provide opportunities for growth and development among our youth members, and find that many chose to continue their professional career growth with us, adding direct and relevant value to our programs. Continuous training in professional development, as well as our affiliation with Boys & Girls Clubs of America helps keep us abreast of regional and national trends.
David Bergeson - Jerry & Helen Wisotsky/Peoria Branch
David Bergeson has been working with youth for over 7 years. Prior to becoming a branch manager, David served as the program director for the Jerry & Helen Wisotsky/Peoria Branch. He has also worked for the City of Tempe and the Kyrene School District. He holds a bachelors degree in History and is currently working towards earning his Masters degree. He is an avid volunteer who enjoys helping others. He is happily married and a father to two children.
Charlotte Brunson - Woodrow C. Scoutten/Tolleson Branch
Charlotte Brunson has been involved with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix for over 12 years. She has also served as the branch manger for the Tri-City West branch and has over 20 years of non-profit experience. She has volunteered for the Arizona Juvenile Justice and Arizona Juvenile Court and is a West Valley resident.
Lemuel Carter - Jerry Colangelo Branch
Lemuel Carter has been involved with the non-profit community for over 15 years, 9 of them at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix. In addition, Lemuel is committed to volunteering his precious time in his community. He considers one of his greatest achievements as the opportunity to positively influence the lives of children and parents that are served at his Club.
Leticia Chait - Harry & Sandy Rosenzweig Branch
Leticia Chait has been involved working with youth for over 10 years. Prior to becoming a branch manager, Leticia worked as a social worker for an Elementary School. She holds a bachelors degree in recreation and tourism magament and a master's degree in social work. She is also a Licensed Masters Social Worker. She enjoys spending time with family, knitting, and trying new things.
Modesto "Moe" Garcia- I. G. Homes Branch
Moe Garcia has worked in the nonprofit sector for nearly 25 years. Previous to becoming branch manager, Moe was the program director at the Tolleson Branch. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business from the University of Houston. Moe has received a National Youth Ministry Award and has also been awarded the Unsung Hero Award from the BGCMP. He is happily married and a father of five kids.
Brenda Segay - Ed Robson Family Branch
Brenda Segay's first became involved with the Boys & Girls Clubs at an early age when she joined the Gabel branch to pursue her interest in basketball. Thirteen years later, she became the branch manager for the very same Club she attended as a little girl. She holds a bachelors degree in Management Information Systems from the University of Arizona. Her experience both as a club member and as staff helps her understand our kids and their parents.
Bill Shackelford - Swift Kids Branch
Bill Shackelford is responsible for overseeing and managing the daily operations of the Glendale Branch. He has been with the organization for over 10 years and served as a Parks and Recreation Director prior to that. He holds a bachelor degree in Outdoor Recreation and is the father of two children. His main hobby is Latin and ballroom dancing.
Josh Stine – Spencer D. & Mary Jane Stewart Branch
Josh Stine has been involved in non-profits for over 10 years, first as a volunteer and more recently as a staff member. He earned his masters of science in recreation and his bachelors of science in kinesiology from Arizona State University. He has been with the organization for over two years and has also served as the program director for the Warner A. Gabel branch. Josh and his wife Lauren have three Labrador Retrievers.
Gerald Szostak - Tri City West/Thornwood Branch
Gerald Szostak has been working with children for over 10 years in both the non-profit and for-profit fields. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Recreation Management from Arizona State University. In his free time, Gerald enjoys playing golf, hockey, basketball, mountain biking and softball.
Kyle Thorson - Louis & Elizabeth Sands Branch
Kyle Thorson has been with the organization for over 10 years. His journey began at the Harry & Sandy Rosenzweig Branch as a Life Guard while attending Northern Arizona Universtiy. He later transfered to ASU where he earned his bachelors degree in Marketing. He and his wife Priscilla have 3 wonderful kids.
Nicole Torrez - Warner A. Gabel Branch
Nicole Torrez Has been involved in the non-profit field for over 5 years, working at Boys & Girls Clubs in both Native American communities and the Phoenix area. She holds a bachelors of science degree in Athletic Training from Grand Canyon University. She has been with the organization for over two years and has also served as the program director for the Spencer D. & Mary Jane Stewart Branch. Nicole is currently working on obtaining her Masters of Education degree from the University of Phoenix.