Mandy Burnette, a native of Knoxville, TN has more than 14 years of nonprofit management experience, working for the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley and Indian River County for over 12 years and Childcare Resources of Indian River County for 2 years. During her time with the Boys & Girls Clubs, she was responsible for all aspects of the Club’s operations, including quality programming, staff development and overseeing the opening of two new facilities. As the Director of Community Relations at Childcare Resources, she managed all aspects of the organization’s public image, special events and grant management.

In her new role as Chief Operations Officer, she is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the organization, including four Clubs, thirteen School Based Sites and over 100 employees. Burnette oversees all aspects of programs with primary concern for program development and implementation; staff development; supervision of staff; facilities; and budget management.