Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend welcomes Jennifer Graham as new chief operating officer
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend have announced Jennifer Graham as the organization's new chief operating officer. The organization said Wednesday that Graham will oversee club operations and programming to support safe and high-quality experiences for local youth and families.
The appointment comes as the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend seeks to expand its programs and services to more youth in Central Oregon. Graham will manage the systems and staff necessary to facilitate the club's growth in the region.
Graham is a longtime Central Oregon resident, with a background as a youth-focused nonprofit leader. A former elementary school teacher, she has experience working with families at both the classroom and systems levels. She has been recognized locally for her leadership and previous contributions to youth initiatives throughout the region.
Most recently, Graham served as youth programs manager at East Cascades Works. During her time there, she led regional initiatives that connected youth across urban, rural and tribal communities to various opportunities and support.
Graham said she looks forward to working with the local community.
"I'm honored to join Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend and support the incredible work already happening here, and I'm excited to work alongside this team and community to reach more youth and strengthen programs," Graham said.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend CEO Michael Baker said Graham's experience will be vital to the organization's growth. Baker noted that the club is preparing for a period of growth and expansion into neighboring areas.
"I am so excited to work with Jennifer," Baker said. "She brings a wealth of experience to her role and is going to be instrumental in helping our organization serve more members, more often with deeper impact. Jennifer is going to be critical to our successful expansion to other communities in Deschutes County that desperately need our services."
