Amy Jewell has joined the YMCA of Greater Kansas City as the senior vice president of operations. She will provide operations leadership for 11 greater Kansas City Y centers and their programs, including membership, healthy living, aquatics, and youth and family.    

Jewell brings more than 15 years of experience in operations leadership at organizations including the Joplin YMCA in Joplin, Mo.; the Jewish Community Center in Overland Park, Kan.; Central Florida YMCA in Orlando, Fla.;  and the City of Mount Dora, Fla. Most recently she was a consultant facilitating partnerships between public and private sector clients to meet community needs in Boca Raton, Fla.  

“We are happy to have Amy join our team,” said Mark Hulet, interim president and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Kansas City. “She is a leader with an entrepreneurial spirit committed to making a positive impact on the community.” 

“I look forward to living and leading the mission of the YMCA in a community that values teamwork,” Jewell said. “It takes a team approach to develop our youth and to ensure healthy living opportunities for all. Kansas City is home to so many innovative businesses and educated, caring people. It's exciting to consider the possibilities for meaningful partnerships that could impact the Kansas City community for future generations.”