BroadView Talent Partners Recruits CEO for the YWCA of Greater Flint
November 26, 2024 – BroadView Talent Partners has helped to recruit DeAndra Larkin as the new CEO of the YWCA of Greater Flint. “Throughout her career, Larkin has chosen to work with and volunteer for organizations that have focused on improving the lives of adults, children and families in the community,” said Sandra Murphy, chair of the YWCA board of directors. “She brings a proven record of accomplishments including managing financial operations and fostering collaboration with diverse stakeholders.”
Ms. Larkin, a Flint native, has a wealth of experience in leadership, operations, and strategic development within the non-profit, higher education, economic development and tourism sectors. She most recently served as chief of staff and executive director systems, operations & strategy in the office of the president at Mott Community College. Prior to that role, Ms. Larkin served in progressive roles at the Flint & Genesee Group, promoted to vice president in 2017. Early in her career she raised needed resources as the development coordinator for Whaley’s Children Center.
Ms. Larkin is also active in community service. She currently serves on the Hurley board of managers, ensuring the community has equitable access to quality healthcare. As a member of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint board of trustees, Ms. Larkin also served on the foundation’s Flint Women and Girls Fund Advisory Committee to ensure equitable access to funding for non-profits providing critical resources for women and girls. Her community leadership work includes being a member of the Flint area chapter of The Links, Incorporated and a member of Zonta Club of Flint Chapter of Zonta International, Flint.
“I am eager to leverage my expertise to make a significant positive impact on the individuals and families that the YWCA serves in Flint and Genesee County,” Ms. Larkin said. “I am committed to uplifting the YWCA as a leader in equity, ensuring that the organization remains at the forefront of advocating for and supporting the rights and dignity of all individuals.”
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The YWCA is the oldest and largest multicultural women’s organization in the world. Across the globe, we have more than 25 million members in 122 countries, including 2 million members in 300 local associations in the United States. Its mission to eliminate racism and empower women. They provide safe places for women and girls, build strong women leaders, and advocate for women’s rights and civil rights in Congress. The YWCA of Greater Flint is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.
Non-Profits Specialists
Founded in 2015, BroadView Talent Partners is a national executive search firm dedicated to placing leadership in affordable housing agencies, non-profit organizations, and associations, as well as middle market companies. The firm provides clients with a national network; commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; and a record of long-tenured placements. Its specialties include executive search, talent acquisition, retention solutions, career management, executive coaching, and board development.
Tracy McMillan is managing partner and CEO of BroadView. He has over 25 years of experience providing executive search, retention solutions and leadership advisory services to clients. He has developed a strong focus within the affordable housing, non-profit and middle-market sectors, and established a track record of well-placed, long-tenured C-suite executives. Prior to starting BroadView Talent Partners (formerly HCGA Consulting Partners) in 2015, Mr. McMillan served as the vice president of global talent acquisition for the NBA. Previously, he spent five years as a managing director at Diversified Search Group.
Recent Search
BroadView recently assisted in the recruitment of Adero Robinson as the new executive director of Communities in Schools in Ohio. Christie Angel, Johanna Vargas, Donna Young, and Elizabeth Keyser led the assignment. Mr. Robinson previously served as the senior vice president, executive director for City Year Columbus. He also served as the organization’s chief of staff, where he was charged with overseeing the activities of the executive, human resources, and operations departments.
Mr. Robinson has over 26 years of nonprofit experience. He began his career as an AmeriCorps member with City Year Columbus serving as a tutor and mentor in a Columbus City Schools 5th grade classroom. Mr. Robinson then transitioned to a project leader, where he supervised AmeriCorps members serving at Gladstone Elementary School.
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Contributed by Scott A. Scanlon, Editor-in-Chief and Dale M. Zupsansky, Executive Editor – Hunt Scanlon Media
