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Leading For Change

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When a young person’s life is shaking, stability becomes the most important factor in getting on track.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City is an anchor for these kids – and it’s all because of staff members and volunteers who care enough to give their very best each and every day.

Our impact wouldn’t be as great as it is today without the continued support from our Clubs leaders. You too can become a stabilizing force in a child’s life by getting involved.

Executive Staff

Jason Roth

President and CEO

Jason has been a leader in the non-profit sector for twenty years and has been with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City for over a decade. He possesses a vast and deep knowledge of the organization and has played a critical role in its growth in recent years.

Prior to being named CEO, Jason led the resource development department and has driven significant transformation for the Clubs. He has catalyzed the cultivation of strong civic and corporate partnerships across the metro, building grassroots support across the community, significantly increasing resources to drive Club initiatives, and leading dynamic groups of volunteers in various campaigns.

Jason is a native of St. Louis and has been a resident of Kansas City for more than twenty years. He and his wife, Christina, have two daughters, Corrina and Jaeda. In their spare time, they enjoy sports and spending time outdoors. Jason completed his bachelor’s degree in Public Relations at the University of Central Missouri. He currently serves on the Public Relations Professional Advisory Board at the University of Central Missouri.

Kelley Barnes

Senior Director, Program Operations

Kelley has been with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City for over 6+ years. She has held the position of  College & Career Program Director and more recently Director of Education and Post-Secondary Planning. Kelley has brought a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Clubs

Sharon Cleaver

Senior Director, Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations

Sharon Cleaver joined the Boys & Girls Club Movement in 2011. She currently serves as Senior Director, Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations, providing leadership in initiatives that advance program operations and business development goals.

Sharon has a proven track record in business-to-business account management, market penetration, and direct marketing. Prior to Boys & Girls Clubs, she held positions of increasing responsibility with Bayer Animal Health providing marketing communications expertise for the U.S. Food Animal business. Before that, she provided business-to-business account management for multiple sales territories with The Gillette Company.

Sharon has a Bachelor of Science degree in Management Information Systems from the University of West Florida. She participated in the prestigious Kansas City Chamber of Commerce Centurions program and serves on the Mazuma Credit Union Board of Directors, the Saint Paul School of Theology Board of Directors, the Suburban Balance Board of Directors, and the Friends of the Zoo Marketing Committee.

Molly Groebe

Senior Director, Resource Development

Kelley has been with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City for over 6+ years. She has held the position of  College & Career Program Director and more recently Director of Education and Post-Secondary Planning. Kelley has brought a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Clubs

Sharon Cleaver joined the Boys & Girls Club Movement in 2011. She currently serves as Senior Director, Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations, providing leadership in initiatives that advance program operations and business development goals.

Sharon has a proven track record in business-to-business account management, market penetration, and direct marketing. Prior to Boys & Girls Clubs, she held positions of increasing responsibility with Bayer Animal Health providing marketing communications expertise for the U.S. Food Animal business. Before that, she provided business-to-business account management for multiple sales territories with The Gillette Company.

Sharon has a Bachelor of Science degree in Management Information Systems from the University of West Florida. She participated in the prestigious Kansas City Chamber of Commerce Centurions program and serves on the Mazuma Credit Union Board of Directors, the Saint Paul School of Theology Board of Directors, the Suburban Balance Board of Directors, and the Friends of the Zoo Marketing Committee.

Julie Kaul

Senior Director, Events

Waymond King Programs Director

Waymond King

Senior Director, Healthy Lifestyles

Waymond King’s journey to Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City started when he was just a kid and a member of the Thornberry Unit, where a lifelong passion and commitment to giving back was instilled in him.

While working successfully in corporate America, he realized his true passion was working with youth – and doing whatever was necessary to provide more positive options for them, especially those in the urban core. Which led him back to Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City as Director of Athletics and Healthy Lifestyles.

Since returning to the Club full time in 2014, this Alum has progressed to positions of increasing responsibility, resulting in his current position – Senior Director, Operations and Programs. Today he is responsible for the operations and activities of all Club locations.

Waymond’s experience, energy, and enthusiasm are a perfect fit as he strives every day to make a difference in the lives of the youth and families in our community.

Roger McCoy

Roger McCoy

Chief Administrative Officer

Roger McCoy joined Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City in 2003 and serves as Vice President Administration/Chief Financial Officer. He plays a vital role in financial planning to help ensure the strategic initiatives that bring the Clubs mission to life. Additionally, he manages the finance and accounting divisions and ensures accuracy of financial reports.

Prior to Boys & Girls Clubs, he spent eleven years with Rockhurst University as the Controller and Vice President of Finance. 

Roger graduated from Central Missouri State University with a BSBA in Accounting.  During his employment at Rockhurst University, he obtained his Masters in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance.  He also holds the distinction of Certified Public Accountant.

Waymond King’s journey to Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City started when he was just a kid and a member of the Thornberry Unit, where a lifelong passion and commitment to giving back was instilled in him.

While working successfully in corporate America, he realized his true passion was working with youth – and doing whatever was necessary to provide more positive options for them, especially those in the urban core. Which led him back to Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City as Director of Athletics and Healthy Lifestyles.

Since returning to the Club full time in 2014, this Alum has progressed to positions of increasing responsibility, resulting in his current position – Senior Director, Operations and Programs. Today he is responsible for the operations and activities of all Club locations.

Waymond’s experience, energy, and enthusiasm are a perfect fit as he strives every day to make a difference in the lives of the youth and families in our community.

Roger McCoy joined Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City in 2003 and serves as Vice President Administration/Chief Financial Officer. He plays a vital role in financial planning to help ensure the strategic initiatives that bring the Clubs mission to life. Additionally, he manages the finance and accounting divisions and ensures accuracy of financial reports.

Prior to Boys & Girls Clubs, he spent eleven years with Rockhurst University as the Controller and Vice President of Finance. 

Roger graduated from Central Missouri State University with a BSBA in Accounting.  During his employment at Rockhurst University, he obtained his Masters in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance.  He also holds the distinction of Certified Public Accountant.

Clara Osborne

Executive Administrative Assistant

Sycil Proffitt

Senior Director, Operations

Freddie Alexandra Wai’ale’ale-Sims

Senior Director, Human Resources

Freddie Wai’ale’ale- Sims joined the Boys & Girls Club Movement in 2018 as our Site Coordinator at our Independence Unit. She would soon hold other titles, including Unit Director – Olathe Unit and Human Resources Generalist. She currently serves as the Senior Director, Human Resources, providing leadership in employee relations, recruitment, retention, and professional development.

Freddie has a passion for serving others and our youth. She strives to ensure staff and youth experience a Club culture that embodies our mission and values.

Freddie is a proud alumna of the University of Lincoln- MO, where she obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology. Freddie would further her education at Ottawa University, where she received her Master’s in Business Administration in 2018. She also holds the distinction of having her SHRM-CP certification.

Freddie Wai’ale’ale- Sims joined the Boys & Girls Club Movement in 2018 as our Site Coordinator at our Independence Unit. She would soon hold other titles, including Unit Director – Olathe Unit and Human Resources Generalist. She currently serves as the Senior Director, Human Resources, providing leadership in employee relations, recruitment, retention, and professional development.

Freddie has a passion for serving others and our youth. She strives to ensure staff and youth experience a Club culture that embodies our mission and values.

Freddie is a proud alumna of the University of Lincoln- MO, where she obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology. Freddie would further her education at Ottawa University, where she received her Master’s in Business Administration in 2018. She also holds the distinction of having her SHRM-CP certification.

Club Management Staff

Kevin Lambert

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Unit Director- Breidenthal Unit

Tyrone Moore

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Unit Director- Independence Unit

Nick Hart

Unit Director- Olathe Unit

Patrice Buckner-Robinson

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Unit Director - S. Kiki Curls Unit

Sherman Thomas

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Unit Director - Thornberry Unit

Keith “Kj” Dobbins

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Site Coordinator - Lee A. Tolbert Community Academy

Tyra Agee

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Unit Director- Hawthorne Unit

Carlton McCormick

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Unit Director - Northland Unit & Synergy

Kelsey Smith

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Site Coordinator - Clifford Nowlin Middle School Site

Legacy Center Staff

Management Staff

Julie Betler

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Director, Accounting

Jacob Chichuk

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Director, Annual Fund

Anaya Echols-Spratling

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Director, Whole Child Development

Babu Ganesh

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Director, Information Technology

Samantha Hausker

Director, Education & Post-Secondary Planning

Kary Kankey

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Director, Healthy Lifestyles

Katie Laxson

Director, 21st Century Program

Jamie Lewis

Director, Outcome Measurement & Technology

Brent Perry

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Director, Facilities Management

Michelle Ruffin

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Director, Safety, Compliance & Prevention

Diana San Roman

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Director, Foundation & Donor Relations

Lily Wilson

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Director, 21st Century Program

Support Staff

Evette Alexander – Human Resources Generalists

Alison Clothier – Volunteer & Grants Coordinator

Kiara Hollins – Payroll Specialist

Katie Onello – Development Database Coordinator

Ashley Oppermann – Special Events Coordinator

Darian Taylor – Healthy Lifestyles Liaison

Keith Washington – RBI Field Crew Lead