Los Angeles, CA — Wednesday December 10, 2025 — A Place Called Home (APCH) is pleased to announce the appointment of Beck Flanagan as its new Director of Institutional Giving.
“We’re honored to have Beck join the Development Team at A Place Called Home,” said Josh Hertz, Chief Development Officer. “Her wealth of experience and heartfelt dedication to APCH’s mission will play a key role in strengthening and expanding our impact.”
A seasoned institutional giving professional, Flanagan brings more than seven years of experience managing multi-million-dollar public and private grant portfolios, developing comprehensive funding strategies, and advancing equity-driven missions. Most recently, she served as Grants Manager at The People Concern, where she led cross-departmental proposal development, funder stewardship, and organizational growth. She previously advanced institutional giving at Shoes That Fit, where she guided the grant-writing team to exceed its annual goals and deepen support for youth-serving programs.
“I am honored to join A Place Called Home and contribute to its mission of empowering young people in South Central Los Angeles,” said Flanagan. “I look forward to bringing my passion, expertise, and dedication to support youths’ growth, foster opportunity, and help build a community where every young person can thrive, no matter their zip code.”
Beck’s commitment to community-centered work, coupled with her strategic approach to institutional fundraising, positions her as a key leader in APCH’s continued growth. Her expertise will be instrumental as APCH deepens partnerships, expands funding streams, and invests in transformative programs for youth and families.
About A Place Called Home
Founded in 1993, A Place Called Home provides a safe, nurturing environment with proven programs in arts, education, and wellness for young people in South Central Los Angeles. APCH offers the support and resources youth need to overcome adversity, achieve academic success, develop healthy lifestyles, and become active, contributing members of their communities.
About Envision Consulting
Envision Consulting is a boutique firm specializing in executive search, organizational strategy, merger exploration, and executive leadership transitions exclusively for nonprofit organizations. With offices in New York, Denver, and Los Angeles, Envision’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is integrated throughout its practices, which include a structured hiring process and anti-biased decision-making.
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA - December 9, 2025 - The Board of Directors of the West Hollywood Chamber of Commerce announces the selection of Leonard “Len” Lanzi as the Chamber’s new CEO. Lanzi replaces Genevieve Morrill who announced her resignation earlier this year in March. After 15 years of service, Morrill will remain in her role until Lanzi comes on board. “Len participated in a lengthy interview process with several long-standing and new board members who understand the Chamber’s past and can visualize the future. As a forward-looking executive, we believe Len will carry the Chamber into the future,” said Dr. Raja Sannidhi, the Chamber’s Board Chair. In addition to Sannidhi, the other members of the CEO Search Committee included Sarah Adolophson, Rod Gruendyke, Joan Henehan and Mark Lehman.
Lanzi brings more than three decades of leadership across southern California’s entrepreneurial and civic communities. He most recently served as the director of the Preccelerator Program, an initiative founded by Los Angeles law firm, Stubbs Alderton & Markiles, LLC. As director, Lanzi guided early-stage founders who built one of the strongest startup and investment communities in Los Angeles. He also served as the executive director of the Los Angeles Venture Association (LAVA) and has served on the board of directors, including as treasurer, of the Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce. “It is clear that Len’s career is rooted in strengthening local economies, supporting small business and connecting innovation with community impact,” said Sarah Adolphson, who served as chair of the CEO Search Committee. In response, Lanzi replied, “I’m honored to be selected as the new CEO of the West Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. I look forward to working with the business community, elected officials and their staff and other leaders in the city.” Lanzi’s start date is January 12, 2026.
About the West Hollywood Chamber of Commerce
Founded in 1921, the West Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)(6) non-profit organization dedicated to fostering an environment where commerce can flourish. The Chamber advocates for business interests, promotes economic growth, and provides resources that support and strengthen the West Hollywood business community. Learn more at www.wehochamber.com.
About Envision Consulting
Envision Consulting is a boutique firm that specializes in executive search, organizational strategy, merger exploration, and executive leadership transitions exclusively for nonprofit organizations. With offices in New York, Denver, Lexington and Los Angeles, Envision Consulting’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion iintegrated throughout its practices, which include a structured hiring process and anti-biased decision making. In 2023, Envision was named by the Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy as a Top 10 Search Firm that Works for Women of Color for the third year in a row.
YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles Welcomes Kevin McCloskey as Vice President of Youth Development Operations
LOS ANGELES, CA – December 8, 2025 – The YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles is proud to announce the appointment of Kevin McCloskey as its new Vice President of Youth Development Operations. With more than three decades of experience advancing youth, family, and community programs across Southern California, McCloskey will play a key role in strengthening and expanding the Y’s impact throughout the region.
“We are thrilled to welcome Kevin to the Executive Leadership Team at the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles,” said Chief Program Officer Christopher Jefferson. “Not only does he bring a wealth of experience, but he is also deeply committed to the mission of the Association and our commitment to helping every youth have a positive Y experience.”
McCloskey’s career reflects an unwavering dedication to building safe, inclusive, and empowering spaces for young people. He most recently served as the Director of Community-Based Programs in Youth Services at the Los Angeles LGBT Center where he oversaw Education, Youth Development, and Workforce Development programs. McClosky also played a pivotal role in producing Models of Pride, the nation’s largest free LGBTQ+ youth summit. He has served on the Coalition Advisory Committee for CADCA, the country’s largest hub for community coalitions working in prevention, and was a leader in the OUT Coalition, dedicated to preventing substance misuse and supporting LGBTQ+ youth across Los Angeles.
“I am honored to join the YMCA and contribute to its incredible mission,” said McCloskey. “I look forward to applying my skills and passion to strengthen operations, empower our youth, and create opportunities where everyone has the chance to succeed and thrive.”
About YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles
The LA Y is the Center for Community Well-Being in Los Angeles, committed to building stronger communities by providing equitable programs and services to empower all. We are focused on fighting food insecurity, providing equity in education, making sure every child has the opportunity to experience the joy of sports, ensuring kids and teens have a safe place to grow, learn and live a healthy lifestyle. The LA Y’s health and wellness initiatives offer medical and mental health resources to ensure everyone has access to basic health needs. Our mission is to provide services and resources that contribute to the well-being of our community. Visit ymcaLA.org for more information. More on Facebook or Instagram.
About Envision Consulting
Envision Consulting is a boutique firm that specializes in executive search, organizational strategy, merger exploration, and executive leadership transitions exclusively for nonprofit organizations. With offices in New York, Denver, Lexington and Los Angeles, Envision Consulting’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is integrated throughout its practices, which include a structured hiring process and anti-biased decision making. In 2023, Envision was named by the Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy as a Top 10 Search Firm that Works for Women of Color for the third year in a row.
Los Angeles, CA — October 29, 2025 — A Place Called Home (APCH) is proud to announce Josh Hertz as its new Chief Development Officer. In this key leadership role, Josh will oversee fundraising strategy, donor engagement, and development operations to advance APCH’s mission of providing South Central youth and families with the tools, programs, and opportunities they need to thrive.
“We are thrilled to welcome Josh Hertz to the Executive Team at A Place Called Home during a pivotal moment in our growth,” said Noryma Cabot, Chief Executive Officer. “His experience and vision will strengthen our development strategy and help ensure that our mission continues to thrive for generations to come.”
A lifelong resident of Southern California, Josh has spent many years serving the homeless services sector; first as an elected member of his local Neighborhood Council, then as an organizing board member of the SELAH Homeless Services Coalition, and later as the head of Development for The People Concern, one of the largest service providers in Los Angeles County. His deep understanding of community-based work and commitment to equitable access to opportunity make him a powerful addition to the APCH leadership team.
“I couldn’t be more excited to join APCH,” said Josh. “I’m thrilled to be working for an organization that prioritizes young people and the futures they deserve. I hope that as we grow, all of Los Angeles will see this wonderful place as a natural partner in ensuring that success is not determined by your zip code.”
A devoted father and husband, Josh brings not only professional expertise but also a personal dedication to helping Los Angeles families and youth build pathways to a brighter future. His leadership will be instrumental as APCH expands its programs, partnerships, and community reach in the years ahead.
Founded in 1993, A Place Called Home provides a safe, nurturing environment with proven programs in arts, education, and wellness for young people in South Central Los Angeles. APCH offers the support and resources youth need to overcome adversity, achieve academic success, develop healthy lifestyles, and become active, contributing members of their communities.
Envision Consulting is a boutique firm that specializes in executive search, organizational strategy, merger exploration, and executive leadership transitions exclusively for nonprofit organizations. With offices in New York, Denver, and Los Angeles, Envision’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is integrated throughout its practices, which include a structured hiring process and anti-biased decision making. In 2023, Envision was named by the Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy as a Top 10 Search Firm that Works for Women of Color for the third year in a row.
Los Angeles, CA – October 9, 2025 — With a growing national footprint and a track record spanning more than fourteen years, Envision Consulting is emerging as one of the country’s foremost leaders in nonprofit mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Through its deep understanding of mission alignment, governance, and sustainability, Envision has become a trusted advisor in helping organizations strengthen impact through partnership.
In 2025 alone, Envision has successfully guided four significant nonprofit mergers, uniting organizations including All For Kids and Raise A Child, CPLC with both Shelter Partnerships and Amanecer, and New Horizons with The Campbell Center. Each of these collaborations demonstrates how thoughtful consolidation and shared vision can elevate services, expand reach, and enhance organizational resilience.
Building on this momentum, Envision also advised on the recently announced merger between Prosperity Now and Change Machine, in which Prosperity Now will acquire Change Machine’s financial coaching platform to expand tech-enabled support for practitioners nationwide. This transformative partnership exemplifies the type of mission-driven collaboration that defines Envision’s work, bringing together innovative organizations to achieve greater scale and impact.
“We’ve seen firsthand how mergers and partnerships can create extraordinary outcomes for communities,” said Allison Fuller, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Envision Consulting, and a Los Angeles Business Journal M&A Dealmaker of the Year nominee. “These organizations aren’t just combining operations, they’re aligning missions, strengthening their reach, and building the foundation for lasting social change.”
Fuller recently shared these insights at the Prosperity Now Summit 2025 in Washington, D.C., where she led a featured workshop titled “Stronger Together: Partnerships Beyond Mergers & Acquisitions.” Drawing on Envision’s extensive experience facilitating nonprofit partnerships, Fuller discussed how strategic collaboration can move organizations from competition to collective strength.
For over a decade, Envision Consulting has been at the forefront of nonprofit evolution — helping organizations navigate leadership transitions, strengthen infrastructure, and merge with purpose. The firm’s growing body of work and influence underscores its role as a national thought leader in building the next generation of sustainable, high-impact nonprofit partnerships.
Prosperity Now is a national leader advancing racial and economic equity by helping individuals and families build wealth, stability, and opportunity. Through advocacy, policy, and partnerships, Prosperity Now supports systems-level change that ensures everyone in America has a clear path to prosperity.
Learn more at www.prosperitynow.org.
Change Machine provides a powerful financial coaching platform that equips organizations and practitioners with the tools, training, and data insights to help individuals achieve lasting financial well-being. Through technology and collaboration, Change Machine empowers service providers to scale financial security nationwide.
Learn more at www.change-machine.org.
Envision Consulting is a national management consulting firm specializing in nonprofit strategy, executive search, and mergers & acquisitions. With offices in Los Angeles and New York, Envision partners with mission-driven organizations to strengthen leadership, align operations, and build sustainable futures. Since 2010, Envision has advised hundreds of nonprofits on growth, impact, and collaboration.
Learn more at www.envisionnonprofit.com.