Michael Whitten

Michael Whitten's work experience spans several positions in various YMCA branches and university athletic services. From 2012 to 2018, they held roles at the Islands Family YMCA of Coastal Georgia, including Senior Program Director, where they successfully increased program participants by 68%. From 2018 to 2021, they served as Branch Executive Director at the Liberty County Armed Services YMCA of Coastal Georgia, overseeing operations and community collaborations. In 2021, Whitten joined the YMCA of the Suncoast as Senior Director of Member Engagement and later transitioned to the role of Senior Director of Branch Operations. Throughout their career, they have exhibited strong leadership skills, managing budgets, developing staff, and fostering community relationships. Additionally, they have experience in student-athlete services, supervising study sessions and coordinating game day operations at Georgia Southern University.

Michael Whitten completed their Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology with a concentration in Exercise Science from Georgia Southern University. Michael attended this institution from 2006 to 2010. Later, from 2011 to 2013, they pursued a Masters of Public Administration with a focus on Nonprofit Organizations at the same university. In terms of certifications, Michael obtained several qualifications from different institutions such as LinkedIn and The Y (YMCA), including Critical Thinking for Better Judgment and Decision-Making, Foundations of Listen First, Annual Campaign Components, Introduction to Fiscal Management, Project Management, Fundraising Essentials, and Introduction to Leading Others. Michael also completed a course titled "An Entire MBA in 1 course - Chris Haroun" through Forbes, although the specific month and year of completion are not provided.