Boys & Girls Clubs of Porter County Welcomes New Director of Operations

BGC-Ryan-Smiley-1Boys & Girls Clubs of Porter County welcomes Ryan Smiley as its new Director of Operations. Originally from Porter County, Smiley has a B.S. in Sports Management from the University of Tampa. He comes to Boys & Clubs of Porter County with more than ten years of non-profit management experience, primarily with YMCA organizations throughout the state of Florida. He has successfully served the YMCA as Program Director, Senior Director, Executive Director and Operations Director.

As Director of Operations, Smiley is responsible for managing the overall programs, facilities and staff of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Porter County in Valparaiso, South Haven, Portage, and Chesterton, as well as, its Kidstop program. In addition, community engagement and the fostering of relationships with educational and community partners will also be a part of his role in advancing the organization.

Not a stranger to the organization or the community, Smiley is excited to be “home”. He “…looks forward to making a positive and lasting impact on the children and families within our local communities to make Porter County a better place to live, work and play”.

BGC-Ryan-Smiley-2Boys & Girls Clubs of Porter County has been serving youth for 40 years. The Clubs provide programs for nearly 5,000 boys and girls in the areas of character and leadership development, educational enhancement, career preparation, health and life skills, the arts and sports, fitness and recreation.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Porter County offers a wide variety of summer camps and programs. For more information on membership, volunteer opportunities or to make a tax deductible donation to Boys & Girls Clubs of Porter County, please contact your local Club, call (219) 464-7282 or visit www.bgcpoco.org. Great Futures Start HERE.