Reginald J. Coleman, President & CEO

BA – Upsala College

TCNJ – Non-Profit Management Program

Reggie began his career at the Boys & Girls Club of Trenton in 1998 as the Education Director. In 2003 he was promoted to Director of Operations, supervising the Club’s daily operations and program staff. In 2006 Reggie was voted NJ Boys & Girls Professional of the Year and is Past President of the Boys & Girls Clubs in New Jersey Professional Association. Reggie now serves as Executive Director of Operations at our Centre Street location. He has received the Level II Advanced Leadership Program Certificate from the Boys & Girls Club School of Executive Leadership. A Trenton native, Reggie is committed to building a better future for youth. Read more about Reggie, click here.

David E. Anderson, VP of Strategic Partnerships & Development

BS – East Stroudsburg State College, MS – East Stroudsburg University
Dave has more than 30 years of experience in non-profit management, 20 of them serving as an Executive Director. Dave joined the Boys & Girls Club of Trenton in 2003. Dave led the Boys & Girls Club to increase its annual fundraising from $600,000 to more than $4.5 million to meet the financial assistance needs of the Club’s growing membership. Dave has earned awards from YMCA, Boys & Girls Clubs in New Jersey, and Boys & Girls Clubs of America for his leadership skills.

Christina Jones, Director of Operations

BS - Management- University of Phoenix  

Christina brings over 20 years of experience as an organizational  leader in non-profit sectors, specifically supporting youth, families, and communities. She’s been the project director for the 21 Century Community Learning Center grant for many years. Christina is an advocate for Equity and Inclusivity who prioritizes cultivating positive relationships in the workplace and among people. She’s skilled in non-profit leadership, program development, community outreach, and grant management. 

Zoubir Yazid, Chief Learning Officer

BA- international relations, MA-strategic studies, MBA-organizational behavior and international management

Ph.D.- in political science.

In addition to his COO responsibilities, Zoubir oversees all educational and recreational programs at our Spruce Street Clubhouse. Previously, he worked for ETS in a variety of positions, including Managing Director of ETS global subsidiary offices, Director of Learning & Development and Director of Strategic Workforce. Zoubir also taught at the university level and wrote grants for an international program. Zoubir earned several project management certifications.

Christine Porta-Heaton, Director of Business & Finance

BS- Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Christine has over 30 years of experience as a Certified Public Accountant and specializes in Non-Profit accounting. For over 20 years, she has been involved with the Boys & Girls Clubs either as an employee, volunteer, or strong supporter. She has vast experience working in all types of accounting firms and departments, and she ran her own firm for several years. After working for the Club previously from 2001-2006, she returned in 2015 to take on the role of controller.

Sean Phillips, Director of Operations

BS - Law & Justice - TCNJ

MA - Education - TCNJ

Sean brings over 20 years of management and leadership experience working with youth, in New Jersey and California. In his career, he's been responsible at several YMCA's for operations and budget, plus program design, development and implementation.  His responsibilities at BGCM include supervising the Centre Street Clubhouse and the Trenton After School Programs. 

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