Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana Board of Directors has named Mike Jessen as their new President & CEO. Jessen was hired because of his track record with community engagement and his leadership skills in former senior level positions.
“We are excited to have Mike on board as our new President & CEO. After a nationwide search, Mike was chosen because he brings with him years of leadership experience and a commitment to make communities stronger. We look forward to what he can do for the youth of Northwest Indiana and our Clubs,” said Matt Glaros, Board Chair.
Jessen previously served as the City Administrator for Valparaiso where he managed all aspects of City operations and the administration of 14 departments. He was a three-time elected official for Porter County starting in 2014 and served on the Union Township School Board of Trustees from 2006 through 2014. Jessen also had a successful 28-year career with ALDI, ultimately serving as Executive Vice President of the Valparaiso Division where he oversaw the Northern Indiana, Southwest Michigan, and South City and Suburbs of Chicago regions.
Jessen is the father of four adult children and a grandfather of four, with a lifelong passion for kids. “I’m so impressed with the quality role the Boys & Girls Clubs play in the lives of kids as more than half of Club alums report that the Clubs ‘saved their life.’ I look forward to advancing the Clubs’ mission to prove that every kid has what it takes,” he said.
Mike Jessen will start his new role as President & CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana on May 1, 2023.
About Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana:
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana has been opening doors to GREAT FUTURES for Porter and Lake County youth for over 60 years. Clubs are open after school and provide great places for youth in grades K-12 to meet friends and have fun while in a safe, supervised environment. Clubs are open during holidays and in the summer. Annual membership is only $40.00. For information on membership, volunteer opportunities, or to make a tax-deductible donation, please contact your local Club by calling (219) 764-2582 or visiting bgcgreaternwi.org. Great Futures Start HERE.
