Kirsten Gray

Kirsten Gray has a diverse work experience spanning various roles in the non-profit sector. Kirsten currently serves as the Vice President of Childcare at Valley of the Sun YMCA since 2022. Prior to that, they worked at Seeding Success from 2020 to 2022, initially as a Project Management Consultant and later as the Director of Strategic Initiatives. At Seeding Success, they were responsible for project management, facilitation, and convening cross-sector partners for socio-economic advancement.

From 2018 to 2020, Kirsten held the position of Vice President of Youth Development at YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South. In this role, they played a key role in leading and executing the strategic plan for expanding regional and statewide program models, as well as driving revenue growth for the department.

Before that, they worked at Valley of the Sun YMCA from 2014 to 2018, where they held the position of Association Operations Director. In this role, they provided leadership for daily operations, achieved financial growth, and directed youth development programs. Kirsten successfully stabilized branch operations and increased the annual operating net during their tenure.

Earlier in their career, Kirsten worked at the Town of Gilbert as a Recreation Coordinator from 2012 to 2014. Kirsten directed the daily operations of a multi-use recreation facility for the residents of Gilbert. Prior to that, they served as a Program Director at YMCA of Silicon Valley from 2007 to 2012. In this role, they directed revenue and grant-funded programs, built relationships with key stakeholders, and exceeded fundraising goals.

Overall, Kirsten Gray's work experience showcases significant expertise in program management, operations management, strategic planning, and revenue growth within the non-profit sector.

Kirsten Gray completed their education at the University of Phoenix, where they obtained a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree with a focus on Business Administration and Management, General. Kirsten finished their studies there in 2014. Prior to this, they attended Point Loma Nazarene University, earning a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Media & Organizational Communication in 2006. No information is available regarding the start years of their education at either institution.