YMCA of Greater Birmingham has announced Chad Zaucha as its new president and CEO, following a national search in collaboration with Y-USA. Zaucha will start his new position on June 2. He replaces Dan Pile, who has led the organization since 2017 and has had a 45-year career with the YMCA.
Zaucha, who currently serves as president and CEO of the YMCA of Muncie in Indiana, brings over 20 years of leadership experience within the YMCA organization. He began his career with the YMCA of Clay County in Brazil, Indiana, and has since managed various aspects of YMCA operations, including membership, wellness, aquatics, youth and teen programming, and residential camps.
“Our committee was focused on finding a visionary leader with a bias for action who could advance the outstanding work, collaborations and foundation already established by Dan, and we wholeheartedly believe Chad is that person,” said Chip Watts, board chair of the YMCA of Greater Birmingham, in a statement. “The Board of Directors thanks Dan Pile for his service to our YMCA and the legacy he leaves here.”
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Zaucha, a graduate of Indiana State University with degrees in Health and Safety and Physical Education, has been instrumental in raising over $50 million in capital funding for transformational partnerships and facility development. He has also led successful annual campaigns, endowment growth, and competitive grant strategies.
His involvement in the YMCA movement extends nationally, serving on the YMCA of the USA’s National Human Resources Task Force and chairing the Indiana State Alliance of YMCAs. Zaucha is also a member of the New Market Opportunity Fund CDE Advisory Board and has presented at various national and regional conferences.
In addition to his professional achievements, Zaucha remains active in his local community and church, holding numerous civic and education-based leadership roles, including with the Muncie Chamber of Commerce and the Education Transformation Team for Muncie Community Schools.
