Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley Unanimously Elects Bill’s Steve Januario to Board of Directors
Dynamic technology executive brings extensive mentorship, community service, and leadership experience to BGCSV’s growing board.
April 18, 2024, San Jose, CA – Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley (BGCSV) announced the appointment of Steve Januario to the Board of Directors.
“Steve is one of those leaders who brings invaluable energy and capacity to any effort and we’re thrilled he has agreed to join BGCSV’s board,” said Steve Wymer, BGCSV’s President and CEO. “From his decades of military service to his well-earned reputation as a mentor and champion for others in the workplace, Steve is just an incredible servant-leader who will undoubtedly make incredible contributions in the service of our mission.”
Following BGCSV’s announcement of his appointment, Januario expressed his gratitude and commitment to the organization, highlighting his dedication to community impact. “I’m deeply grateful for the opportunity to contribute to a cause that aligns with my values and beliefs,” said Steve Januario. “I’m dedicated to uplifting youths and underserved communities; I was lucky to have been helped early in my career, and now I hope to play a more significant role in adding to the organization’s amazing 80-year success.”
About Steve Januario
Steve Januario is the VP of Technology at Bill Inc. and leads all aspects of Information Technology. His technical career spans over 20 years with many companies, including Bill Inc, Palo Alto Networks, General Dynamics, Raytheon, Tivo, SGI, and more. His passion for technology fuels him to explore, innovate, and embrace the constantly changing digital landscape. As a Bay Area native, he joined the military shortly after graduating high school and currently serves as the Director of Inspections for the Inspector General’s Office at the 195th Wing. His ardent dedication to helping veterans continues to drive him to help veterans transitioning into the civilian sector.
In addition to IT, Steve volunteers his time by helping Veterans develop their IT knowledge and obtain employment in corporate roles after the military. He has helped establish two Veteran programs at two different companies and has represented PAN at the Air Force’s Undergraduate Cyber Training School. He is an active member of several Employee Networks and always tries to be an ally to all groups.
About Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley
Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley has been at the forefront of youth development in Santa Clara County for 80 years, providing innovative and effective afterschool and summer enrichment programs primarily for low-income, at-risk Santa Clara County youth ages 5-18+ years. Our mission is to inspire and empower all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring adults. To learn more about our programs and opportunities, visit www.bgclub.org or join our online community on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook @BGClubSV.
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