Our Team
Club Leadership
Click here to learn about our dedicated Board of Directors.
Chris Wilson- Chief Executive Officer
Chris Wilson is a Flint native, community leader, and CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Flint. A Flint Northern and Northwood University alumnus, Chris enjoyed a nine-year professional football career in the NFL and CFL before spending eight years in automotive management with Ford and General Motors.
Chris has remained deeply committed to creating opportunities for young people in his hometown. He and his wife, Sharena, founded the CSW Faith Foundation to connect students with opportunities to achieve their goals. As CEO of BGCGF, Chris brings leadership, mentorship, and a passion for empowering Flint youth to reach their full potential and build great futures.
Kaitlyn McGlaughlin, CNP- Director of Development
As our Director of Development, Kaitlyn brings a strong background in nonprofit fundraising, event planning, and community engagement. She is dedicated to cultivating partnerships and securing resources that expand opportunities for youth, ensuring the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Flint continues to be a cornerstone for safe spaces, mentorship, and lifelong success. Outside of work, Kaitlyn and her dog, Jumping Jax (The Club Therapy Dog), do therapy work, compete in Dock Diving and dabble in other dog sports.
Emily Wheat- Director of Programs
As our Director of Programs, Emily brings a unique perspective shaped by her journey from Club member to leader. Her experience fuels her commitment to developing engaging, impactful programs that meet the needs of today’s youth while creating opportunities for growth, leadership, and success.
Brittany Maki- Director of Operations
Brittany Maki serves as the Director of Operations for the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Flint. Originally from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, she has called Flint home for the past several years and is passionate about supporting youth and the community. She brings experience in education, program operations, youth development, and community engagement through her work with Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and her involvement with youth sports programs in the Flint area. Outside of work, Brittany enjoys staying active, spending time with family and friends, volunteering with youth sports, and bringing a little of her Upper Peninsula roots wherever she goes.
Administration & Development Team
Programs Team
Youth Development Professionals
Christie Wick-Trombley- Cadet Room (Averill Ave)
Deborah Coleman- Front Desk (Averill Ave)
Emily Houde- Front Desk (Averill Ave)
Jessie Vandrson- Gymnasium (Bristol Rd)
Jordan Tyler- gAME rOOM (Bristol Rd)
Jumping Jax- The Therapy Dog
Marcedes Kimbrough- Art Room (Averill Ave)
Marie Major- STEM LAB (AVERill Ave)
Moneake Bransford- Art Room (Bristol Rd)
Nebula Tuinei- Gymnasium (Averill Ave)
Stefan Blazen- On-Site Tutor (Averill Ave)
Susie Sparks- Front Desk (Bristol Rd)
Takeisha Lowe- Teen Room (Bristol Rd)
Taryn Jones- Teen Room (Averill Ave)
Terri Price- Learning Center (Bristol Rd)
Whitney Frierson- Junior Game Room (Averill Ave)
Career Opportunities
Interested in joining our team of dedicated youth professionals? Click below to view our current job opportunities and apply today!
No Current Postings
To ensure the safety and well-being of all Club members, all volunteers and employees are required to undergo annual background checks. These checks include screening against the National Sex Offender Registry and other relevant databases.