Episode 17: David Burckhard with Valley of the Sun YMCA

Nov 16, 2020 | Community Connections Podcast

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EP17 David Burckhard with Valley of the Sun YMCA

Co-hosts, Jennifer Burwell and Kyle McIntosh had a wonderful conversation with David Burckhard, Executive Director of the Valley of the Sun YMCA, on this episode of MAC6 Community Connection Radio Show and Podcast. They talked about the power of community and the unique role the YMCA has played in the lives of many.

With all that has been going on in our world, it is critical that we have businesses like the YMCA to help people get through these trying times.

Dave Burckhard and his staff have played a critical role in providing emergency childcare services throughout the pandemic. They are also providing Thanksgiving meals to those in need. The Tempe community is stronger because of leaders like Dave and the YMCA.

Fun fact – each YMCA is empowered to serve their community in a way that is most helpful – each Y will look and operate differently.

The Y is for EVERYONE. The Valley of the Sun YMCA is not only one of the oldest nonprofits in the state of Arizona, we are also one of the largest. Born in 1892, before Arizona became a state, we serve over 100,000 families and are located in 17 communities across the state.

At the Y we value the little things, and believe healthy living is not just a fad, it’s a way of life. We are a community, and a family, embracing today’s social responsibilities together. For over a century we have been developing healthy minds, bodies, and spirits.

The YMCA is so much more than a gym and is for everyone. Through our initiatives, programs, and services youth realize their potential; teens and young adults prepare for college; families spend time and have fun together; people are healthier in mind, body, and spirit; job seekers prepare for employment; newcomers are welcome and embraced; a nationwide service ethic is fostered; and so much more.

Dave Burckhard is a YMCA professional and serves as The Executive Director of The Tempe Family YMCA, a branch of The Valley of The Sun YMCA.

Dave was born and raised in New York, and received his Undergraduate and MBA degree from Springfield College, in Springfield, MA. Dave has been working for the YMCA since his graduation in 2012.

Dave and his family relocated to Arizona in 2018. He has a wife, and two daughters.

Connect with Dave on LinkedIn and Twitter,  and follow the Y on Facebook and Instagram.

 

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Kyle McIntosh

With a background in marketing, in various for profit and not for profit companies, Kyle McIntosh wondered, “How can I pair the passion and commitment to community progress of a non-profit with the sustainability and reach of a for profit company?” From this question and perspective a mission evolved to tear down the false distinction between the two sectors and to promote companies with Conscious Capitalism® business models through MAC6.

Kyle is the President and Creative Excitant of MAC6.  Day to day, his main operational role is on the “spaces” side of the business, focusing on creating thriving communities in the commercial office buildings, the co-working space, and the co-manufacturing space.  The other role that he plays is that of EOS implementer, working with clients to bring the Entrepreneurial Operating System, from the book Traction® to their businesses.  Additionally, he sits on the boards of Conscious Capitalism Arizona, telling the stories of good businesses in Arizona, and The Tempe Chamber of Commerce, sustaining Tempe’s quality of life and keeping our community and economy vibrant.

Kyle loves Arizona and wants to see us all collectively find great success based on the awesome things that are happening here every day.

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Jennifer Burwell joined MAC6 in 2013. Jennifer is their VP and Director of Programs. She uses her experience in real estate, team development and management to seamlessly integrate each of the MAC6 business units to assure they are all focused on the long-term company vision. She is also a student of human behavior.

As a Certified Professional Behavioral Analyst, she uses her knowledge to facilitate culture-focused leadership programs with organizations of all sizes to integrate the company’s values and create higher-performing teams.

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