Lisabeth and Joe Marziello

Lisabeth and Joseph Marziello are the President-Chief Executive Officers of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia, serving as a dynamic leadership team known for their transformative impact on youth-focused organizations.1

Background and Education

Both Lisabeth and Joseph received their Bachelor of Arts degrees from Whittier College in Whittier, California.14 Before joining the Boys & Girls Club movement, Lisabeth worked in marketing and advertising for several Los Angeles companies, including Backer Spielvogel Bates, Foote, Cone & Belding, and Eisaman, Johns & Laws.1 Joseph, on the other hand, has a long history with Boys & Girls Clubs, having joined the Pittsfield Boys Club at the age of seven and later starting his career at the Boys Clubs of Fullerton, CA.1

Career Achievements

The Marziellos have an impressive track record of success in leading youth organizations:

1. Organizational Growth: Under their leadership, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia now employs over 220 staff members and operates 22 locations throughout the Metro area.1

2. Fundraising Success: Since taking the helm in Philadelphia, they have raised over $140 million in revenue to support programming, operations, and capital investment.1

3. Program Expansion: They have introduced several innovative programs, including:

   • The Call-to-Action Literacy Initiative, reaching over 1,400 youth at 15 Clubs
   • STEM Learning Labs
   • Kids Café, providing healthy meals to children at multiple locations1

4. Membership Growth: Their efforts have resulted in a 65% increase in membership from FY2013 to FY2022.1

5. Facility Improvements: They launched the "Bold Change for Kids" campaign, securing over $25 million in capital funds to transform aging facilities into state-of-the-art Clubs.1

Leadership Style

Lisabeth and Joe are described as thoughtful, kind, and creative individuals by their colleagues.2 They are known for their ability to create high-performing organizations by building strong organizational, financial, and board infrastructure.1 Their leadership approach focuses on improving financial stability, enhancing program quality, and expanding services to reach more youth in need.

As a US-based CEO team, they advocate for America's youth, especially those in disadvantaged circumstances.3 Their commitment to community support and leadership is evident in their work, such as the rededication of the Ralph J. Roberts Boys & Girls Club.5