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Jr Kenny

Lead Director, Government Relations at Boys & Girls Clubs of America

JR Kenny has had a varied work experience in various roles and positions. Starting in 2007, they worked as a Marketing Manager for the LPGA Ginn OPEN at the Ginn Company, where they implemented a successful marketing plan and managed corporate sponsorships and events. In 2009, they transitioned to NeuLion as a Partner Relations Manager. In 2010, they moved to UM Worldwide as an Account Executive, where they developed grassroots event marketing programs for Chrysler Group.

From 2012 onwards, JR Kenny joined the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BCGA) and held several positions, including Account Strategy & Development Director, Director of Strategic Initiatives, Senior Director of Planning & Administration, and most recently, Director of Government Relations. In their roles at BCGA, they provided leadership, developed strategic alliances, and secured partnerships. They were also responsible for developing strategies and initiatives, securing over $20 million in funding.

Through their work experiences, JR Kenny has demonstrated expertise in marketing, partnership development, event management, and government relations.

JR Kenny has obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from the University of Kentucky. Additionally, they have completed an MBA and an MSBM from the University of Central Florida. Specific details such as the start and end years of these educational experiences are not provided.

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Timeline

  • Lead Director, Government Relations

    May, 2023 - present

  • Director Government Relations

    May, 2018

  • Senior Director Planning Administration

    September, 2016

  • Director Strategic Initiatives

    March, 2015

  • Account Strategy Development Director

    April, 2012