Suzanne McCormick Named President and CEO of YMCA of the USA
Suzanne McCormick has been named president and chief executive officer of YMCA of the USA (Y-USA). She will be the 15th person and first woman...
Suzanne McCormick has been named president and chief executive officer of YMCA of the USA (Y-USA). She will be the 15th person and first woman to lead the Y in the United States. McCormick brings more than 27 years of experience as a senior and executive leader in nonprofit, for-impact organizations to the role, most recently serving as U.S. President of United Way Worldwide and a member of their global management team.
In McCormick’s role as U.S. President of United Way Worldwide, she was responsible for helping the 1,100 local United Ways across the U.S. address their communities’ most pressing challenges. Prior to assuming this national role, she spent five years as president and CEO for United Way Suncoast and 13 years at United Way of Greater Portland in Maine, including four as president and CEO. Her nonprofit leadership career also includes CEO roles at both the American Red Cross of Southern Maine and the People’s Regional Opportunity Program. McCormick holds a B.A. in Political Science from Duke University and spent three years in the Peace Corps.
“Stepping into this role at this critical time in our history allows me to leverage every aspect of my experience and my expertise,” states McCormick. “This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity perfectly aligns with my personal mission, my values, my passions and my commitment to equity. I’m excited to support and advocate for YMCAs across the country as they continue to improve the lives of millions of people every day and build more inclusive, resilient communities where everyone can thrive.”
WittKieffer’s Andrew Chastain, Julie Rosen, Christine Pendleton, and John Fazekas led this search.