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Corey is the CEO of the Columbus Family YMCA. In this role, Corey leads a team providing the overall management and direction of the YMCA as a community organization.
Before rejoining the YMCA in 2008, Corey worked for 7 years with Mission Nebraska leading the I CAN Camp Ministry across the state. This ministry served low-income, disadvantaged children in summer camps and after school settings.
Corey started his professional career at the Columbus Family YMCA in 1993 after graduating from Nebraska Wesleyan University. Corey was the Program and Camp Director at our YMCA for seven years.
Corey is Passionate about impacting the lives of children, youth and families. Working for the YMCA provides Corey with the opportunity to affect the spirit, mind and body of those who come in contact with YMCA programs and services.
Corey is a Christ follower who seeks to honor God in all he does. Working for the YMCA is the perfect opportunity to do that every day.
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Jen Brownlow - Member Services Director - Email Jen
Jen Brownlow is our Members Service Director. She has been with the Columbus Family YMCA for more than 10 years. Jen is a Columbus native and attended the University of Nebraska – Lincoln where she received a degree in dietetics and Nutrition.
Here at the YMCA Jen works directly with the front desk team in maintaining a positive and healthy environment for our members. Jen is also one of the fitness instructors. You can find her cheering and motivating members as they work toward their goals.
Outside of the YMCA, Jen enjoys sports, gardening, shopping, attending concerts, and scrapbooking. Jen also is a Sunday School teacher and care giver at church, and judges dancing and cheering tryouts.
Jen hopes to one day travel to Hawaii, Europe, and to see all of the 7 wonders. She would also like to try her hand at skydiving, bungee jumping, and scuba diving.
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Bob McLaughlin - Sports Director - Email Bob
Bob McLaughlin is the Sports Director for the Columbus Family YMCA and has been with the YMCA for one year. Bob is a graduate of Peru State College where he majored in Sports Management and minored in Coaching.
Bob works hard making sure that our sport programs are set up correctly. He also coordinates coaches, referees and tournaments for many of our programs.
Outside of the YMCA Bob is a volunteer firefighter for the Rising City Fire Department. Bob takes part in hunting, racing and other sporting events. He also enjoys spending time with family. He is also involved with the Columbus GO Play! program.
Bob hopes to travel to Ireland one day. He would also like to attend Daytona Speedweeks and visit all MLB Stadiums.
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Thom Schmit - Youth Development Director - Email Thom
Thom is the Youth Development Director with the Columbus Family YMCA. In this role, Thom Coordinates, manages and leads a team providing services to the younger members of the YMCA (K-12).
Thom is a follower of Jesus Christ, a husband to a beautiful wife, and father to two great kids. He volunteers with the Awana program at his Church. He tends to be a bit of a geek and is an avid New York Mets Fan (LET’S GO METS).
Thom is no stranger to working with youth, having spent more than 3 years in China working as an ESL teacher in both private and public schools, which taught him the importance of creating a fun environment that encourages kids to learn and grow.
Thom holds a degree in Graphic Art and Design as well as Leadership Development. He is passionate about developing people and helping them to realize their potential.
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Betsy Eckhardt - Business Director - Email Betsy
Betsy is the newest member of our team. As the Business Director, will soon be responsible for some of the accounting here at the Columbus Family YMCA.
Betsy is a believer in family. She supports the Y because it is a very family friendly place with several activities for both parents and kids.
Betsy is no stranger to accounting roles, having spent 5 years as an accounting assistant, which taught her the importance of accuracy. She is passionate about the growth of the Y. She hopes to provide services that will help both the members and the Y.
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Steff Wieczorek - Office Manager - Email Stef
Stef Wieczorek is probably the most recognizable face in the YMCA. As the office Manager for the YMCA she actually has many jobs that she does in order to keep things running smoothly. From providing excellent customer service, to managing front desk staff and helping support the rest of the YMCA staff, Stef is always on the move.
Outside of the YMCA Stef enjoys working out, reading and watching movies. She likes to shop and she is a Major League Baseball Fan.
Stef hopes to travel to Hawaii and Fenway Park someday. And would someday like to swim with dolphins and run a marathon.
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John Brega - Property Manager - 402-564-9477
More to come...
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Marcia Grant - Wellness Coordinator - Email Marcia
Marcia is a Wellness Coordinator with the Columbus Family YMCA. A big believer in being fit, Marcia supports general health and fitness programs here at the Y. In this role, Marcia coordinates all aspects of Fitness including: Personal Training, Shape Up Columbus, Weight and Cardio rooms and fitness classes.
Marcia is no stranger to fitness, having spent 7 years as a fitness instructor, and weight room trainer. She also worked 12 years as an RN in various areas including staff development, emergency room and supervisory positions, which taught her the importance of being fit and teamwork!
Passionate about what she does, you will find Marcia teaching Body Combat, Body Pump, Silver Sneakers, Pilates, Cycling, Boot Camp, and Running Club.
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Rachelle Eller - Wellness Coordinator - Email Rachelle
Rachelle Eller is a Wellness Coordinator for the Columbus Family YMCA. She has been working with us for almost a year now. Rachelle is a well-known member of the staff who helps coordinate Fitness classes, instructors and various fitness activities. She teaches step aerobics, boot camps and is currently being trained in BodyCombat. Rachelle has been in love with fitness for all of her adult life. She has been a member of the YMCA for 19 years and has been part of fitness classes since she began her membership. She is a graduate of CCC-Grand Island Business Management Program.
Outside of the YMCA Rachelle volunteers as a bookkeeper and secretary at her Church. She also volunteers at the school that her children attend. Rachele loves to exercise and spend time with her family.
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