Ira Samelson Jr. Branch

894 Isabelle
Memphis, TN 38122
(901) 324-5763

Staff

Kendra Moore, Executive Director - kmoore@bgcm.org

Kendra Moore is originally from Cleveland, MS.  She moved to Memphis in 1992 where she graduated from high school.  She went on to advance in higher education at the University of TN in Knoxville, TN.  She earned a degree in Political Science during her stay at UTK.  She is currently working on her Master’s Degree in Instruction and Curriculum Leadership at the University of Memphis.  She sustains a 3.5 GPA currently.  Kendra has been with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis since 2006.  She has also been lead to make a difference in our youth lives by remaining an educator for the past 7 years (Cleveland Schools District, Memphis and Shelby County School Districts).  She has accomplished many things in her life such as being asked to join the magna cum- laude organization at the University of Memphis.  But the greatest accomplishment is being the proud parent of her daughter, Ke’yonna.

Ron Nelson, Program Director - ronn@bgcm.org  

Ron Nelson was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee. He is a graduate of LeMoyne-Owen College where he received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. Ron was employed as a Camp Counselor in 2005. In October 2005, he was prompted to Program Director at the John Dustin Buckman Branch. While serving in this capacity, he has instilled positive character and leadership skills and quality programming for over 500 youth. Growing up, Ron was a member of the Dixie Boys Club for 11 years under the direction of Bernal Smith. During his employment with the organization, Ron has been an active member of the Association of Boys & Girls Club Professionals.

2011 Board Officers

Chair - Angela Bingham
Vice Chair -
Secretary - 
Treasurer -