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YMCA of Greater Houston Executive Leadership Team
Our Team
Stephen Ives
President & Chief Executive Officer
Stephen Ives
President & Chief Executive Officer
Over the past 30 plus years, Steve’s passion has been to help communities grow and thrive through programs and services at the YMCA. He remains committed to the Y’s mission of strengthening the foundations of community for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
Having served in multiple executive roles during his tenure with the Y, Steve currently has the pleasure of working alongside a strong board and many cause-driven leaders that serve more than 177,000 families across our many locations in the Greater Houston Area.
Through successful collaborations, executing civic engagement and leading thousands of team members, Steve has played an integral role in bringing the following milestones to the YMCA of Greater Houston:
- Successful community partnerships which aid and foster social growth
- 200 childcare facilities
- Youth outreach programs and camps servicing thousands of students
- International partnerships in South America and Vietnam
- Group activities and social opportunities for active seniors
- Support for refugee resettlement services
- Leading the fight against human trafficking
Steve is a proud father, husband and community leader who enjoys outdoor activities, long-distance running, biking, and live music.
His vision is to continue to uphold the Y as a pillar in the community in which outreach and culture offer fellowship, solace, and support to individuals and families that call the YMCA home.
Jennifer Lopez
Chief of Staff
Jennifer Lopez
Chief of Staff
Angela Hodson
Chief Philanthropy Officer
Angela Hodson
Chief Philanthropy Officer
Angela Hodson joins the YMCA of Greater Houston in May 2021 as the Chief Philanthropy Officer, bringing 28 years of experience in the nonprofit sector. She has a unique and diverse perspective serving as a consultant with Dini Spheris for organizations of all sizes through capital campaigns and strategic planning for almost a decade. Providing a path for these organizations to create sustainable fundraising and reach their fullest potential is Angela’s passion and drive.
Angela honed her leadership skills while serving as President and CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston, where she transitioned the organization from its previous leader of fifty years to a renewed approach and focus on impact, updated processes and quality programs.
Prior to this Angela served as Vice President of Baylor College of Medicine where foremost among her accomplishments was successfully managing their $1 billion capital campaign for five years. These roles have given her the knowledge and capability to lead teams and individuals to realize their greatest strengths and maximize their success.
In her role as Chief Philanthropy Officer, Angela will provide strategic leadership to advance sustainable and innovative development programs to further the YMCA of Greater Houston’s mission.
Angela has a B.A. in Journalism from Texas A&M University where she played on the women’s golf team.
She has two daughters and enjoys hiking, playing golf, and exploring national parks
We look forward to connecting with you. Please reach out at executiveteam@ymcahouston.org.
