Largo nonprofit that aids children names new CEO

Chris Letsos has joined Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay as the Largo-based nonprofit organization’s new CEO.

According to a news release, Letsos has more than 25 years of experience in youth and community development. He most recently worked for the Florida Department of Children and Families as family well-being director for the organization’s Suncoast region, serving 11 counties in Southwest Florida.

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"We feel so lucky to have someone like Chris leading our great organization," Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay Board Chairman Tony Leavine states in the release. "Chris has incredible passion for and personal connection with our cause. The future is bright with Chris as our leader.”

Prior to joining DCF, the release states, Letsos served as founding CEO of the Knox Education Foundation, where he led the newly formed nonprofit, providing transformative innovation, student support and community engagement for students in Knox County. In addition, Letsos spent almost 14 years with the Boys & Girls Club of Tampa Bay, ultimately working his way up to president and CEO.

“I know firsthand the power of mentorship and how relationships change lives for the better,” Letsos states in the release. “I am grateful for the opportunity to elevate the work of the BBBS team and eager and excited to see the continued impact we will have on our Littles, Bigs, their families and our communities throughout Tampa Bay.”