Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Shifts Board Leadership
Event summary
- Tony Coles, president of multicultural business and development at iHeartMedia, elected board chair effective June 2026.
- Dave Clark, CEO of Cast Iron Media, appointed vice chair.
- Succeeding Michael Carrel after his four-year tenure as board chair.
- BBBSA has more than doubled annual revenue under current leadership.
The big picture
The leadership transition comes as Big Brothers Big Sisters of America continues to scale its mentorship programs, leveraging corporate partnerships and revenue growth. The new board chair and vice chair bring deep media industry experience, suggesting a focus on expanding the organization's reach through strategic collaborations. This shift aligns with broader trends in nonprofit governance, where sector-specific expertise is increasingly valued for driving mission impact.
What we're watching
- Strategic Expansion
- How Tony Coles' media expertise will drive corporate partnerships and revenue growth.
- Operational Scaling
- Whether Dave Clark can reduce the waitlist for mentors through his advocacy efforts.
- Mission Impact
- The pace at which BBBSA expands its reach into underserved communities.
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