Club Leadership
We work hard to attract the highest caliber employees possible. Our primary focus is delivering safe, affordable, high-quality youth programming. That goal can only be achieved if we have an amazing team of employees who are dedicated to that cause. Below are the bios of some of our team members.
Executive Director: Craig Fitzgerald
Contact Craig if you would like to set up a Discovery Tour of the Club, or if you are a business partner or Club supporter looking to get more involved with the Club’s mission
First and foremost, Craig is a Club kid! He started his journey at the Nashua Boys & Girls Club when he was eight years old and was an active Club member from 1985 to 1995. His very first job was at the Nashua Club, working part-time as both a dishwasher and a laundry room attendant. After high school, Craig served in the military as an Air Force Pararescueman, providing front-line combat and humanitarian search, rescue, and medical assistance to severely wounded military and civilian personnel. He has a bachelor’s degree in history from Dartmouth College, and a master’s degree in business administration from Harvard Business School. Prior to his current role, Craig was a business management consultant, helping medium to large-scale companies improve their business processes and navigate organizational change. Craig has dedicated his life to helping people in need and was inducted into Boys & Girls Clubs America’s Alumni Hall of Fame in 2007 for his community service efforts on behalf of underserved populations.
Senior Director of Club Operations: Ashley Spencer
Contact Ashley if you have questions regarding the Operations of our Club, Safety, Building Rentals, Youth Mental Health Services, Substance Use Prevention, and/or Athletics & Aquatics Programming
Senior Director of Advancement: Meghan Fitzgerald
Contact Meghan if you would like to partner with our Club to provide a financial contribution, sponsor or attend one of our fundraising events, include the Club in your will, or provide an in-kind gift
Meghan oversees the resource development team and is accountable for all aspects of Club fundraising: grants, donations, and our three fundraising events. She has been engaged in the nonprofit sector for over twelve years in a variety of positions, including fundraising, program development and implementation, and board service. She is dedicated to empowering the next generation of leaders for our community. Meghan first joined the Nashua Club as a volunteer in 2021, and then as resource development team member managing grants and fundraising events. Meghan has a bachelor’s degree in geography with a minor in ethics from Dartmouth College, where she was a two-sport Division 1 athlete (field hockey and softball), and a master’s degree in public administration with a focus in nonprofit management from Johns Hopkins University. She is currently an elected school board member in NH’s SAU16 School District.
Senior Director of Finance & Business Services: Katie Kapsimalis
Contact Katie if you have any questions regarding Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Grant-related Financials, or any other Finance and Accounting-related questions
Katie oversees all aspects of the Club’s Finance and Accounting department. She brings over sixteen years of Finance and Accounting experience to our Club and has a strong track record of excellence whereby she has streamlined accounting processes, reduced costs, and ensured strict adherence to generally accepted accounting principles. Katie started her career at The Paper Store, serving in several roles ranging from Accounts Payable Associate to Associate Operations Controller over the course of thirteen years. Prior to her current role at the Club, Katie served as the Director of Finance, Human Resources, and Operation for The Food Project, a Massachusetts-based non-profit. Katie has a bachelor’s degree from Fitchburg State University.
Director of Compliance & Business Services: Christine Lessard
Contact Christine for questions regarding Club Membership Registrations, Club Transportation Services, Food Services, Childcare Billing, and DHHS & BGCA Compliance
Christine has dedicated over a decade of service to the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Nashua. An alumna of the Nashua Club, she first began as a Junior Staff member in the Club’s front office.
In her current position, Christine oversees a broad range of operations, including front-office management, Club member registrations, database administration, and the tracking of program outcomes to ensure ongoing success. She also manages food services, childcare billing, and ensures compliance with both DHHS (Department of Health and Human Services) and BGCA (Boys & Girls Clubs of America) regulations. Additionally, Christine coordinates the Club’s transportation program, overseeing five vans and two buses to provide safe, reliable transportation for members during morning, afternoon, and evening hours.
Throughout her tenure, Christine has mentored hundreds of young people, guiding many through their first job experiences in the front office and providing support to help them prepare for college and future careers. Her leadership and dedication were recognized when she was honored as the 2016 Boys & Girls Clubs of America Yankee Chapter Support Professional of the Year for her exceptional contributions to the youth of Nashua.
Senior Director of Early Learning Center & School Age Services: Nicole Campbell
Contact Nicole if you would like to
learn more about Club programming
Nicole is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Early Learning Center, including managing staff, developing curriculum, ensuring compliance with state regulations, and maintaining strong parent relationships. She is dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children while promoting the Club to attract new families.
In addition to her work at the Early Learning Center, Nicole also plans and supervises programs for Clubhouse and Teen Center programs, supporting youth development and fostering leadership skills in older children and teens.
Director of Cultural Arts & Education: Cristhian Londoño
Contact Cristhian if you would like to learn more about Clubhouse Programming (grades 3-5) or Cultural Art programming the Club offers
Cristhian is a talented artist and muralist who has worked in the art field for eight years, and in the Boys & Girls Club movement for three years. He is an avid learner and teacher who is dedicated to helping all young people express themselves through cultural arts. Cristhian is a Boys & Girls Club alumnus fluent in Spanish, having first come to the United States when he was 15 years old. He has helped to make an impact in Nashua as a community connector, as a soccer coach at Nashua High School North, and through his volunteerism with Grow Nashua. Cristhian’s dedication to the community extends beyond Nashua, as he is also working to create a new movement in Honduras that connects different artists in the area through mural festivals that he helps to organize and donates supplies to. He has also worked to help farmers in Colombia create a recycling program. Cristhian is a graduate of Nashua High School North, attained two years of liberal arts education from Nashua Community College, and is certified as an elementary English teacher in Colombia.
Director of Data and Capital Projects: Erica Russell
Contact Erica for any questions regarding Grant Deliverables, Facilities & Maintenance, and Executive Functions
Erica is a Club alumna with over five years of experience working in the Boys & Girls Club movement. She supports organizational data tracking, grant deliverables, facilities & maintenance, and executive functions. Erica serves as project manager for our The Power of Youth Capital Campaign, an initiative focused on providing dynamic and engaging youth programming in the safest, most welcoming environment possible. She enjoys being an advocate for youth and cultivating meaningful relationships. Erica has a bachelor’s degree in recreation management from Springfield College.
Director of Social Emotional Wellness: Kaitlyn Bannister
Contact Kaitlyn for any questions regarding Social Emotional or Mental Health Programming
Kaitlyn has been a dedicated member of the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Nashua for three years, beginning her journey as an intern while pursuing a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Rivier University. Excited to join the movement, she has embraced her role with enthusiasm. In her current position, Kaitlyn provides essential social emotional programming and behavior support services, helping Club members thrive. With a strong commitment to the well-being of Club members, Kaitlyn is passionate about creating positive, impactful experiences that support their growth and development.
Professional Opportunities
The Club is always looking for caring, qualified, and professional people to serve our members and help to support Club operations. If you are passionate about youth and youth development, we may have a position for you. The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Nashua is an equal opportunity employer.
