Rebecca Veium
Chief Executive Officer
rveium@bgcjanesville.org
Rebecca joined the Boys & Girls Club of Janesville in 2020 and believes youth are our most precious resource that we need to invest in. All kids deserve opportunities to thrive and reach their full potential since they will be the next generation of leaders and we want them to be as successful as possible. Rebecca is honored to be a part of the Club to promote great futures for all Janesville youth and our community.
Tracy Benedict
Finance Director
tbenedict@bgcjanesville.org
Tracy has been with the Boys & Girls Club of Janesville for 10 years and is proud to be a part of a wonderful team that supports youth in the community. Tracy is inspired every day by the youth that come to the Club. They motivate Tracy to do her best and empower them to become whatever they want.
Nicole Rusch
Resource Development Director
nrusch@bgcjanesville.org
Nicole joined the Boys & Girls Club of Janesville in April 2023, and loves being part of an organization with the power to change a child’s life. Having spent years in non-profit and communications helping adults with barriers, Nicole saw first-hand the difference positive support and a safe place to go as a child can make. Nicole has two very active toddlers that are full of life and amazing potential, something she feels that all children should have.
Carleen Courtney
Director of Operations
ccourtney@bgcjanesville.org
Carleen joined the Boys & Girls Club of Janesville in July 2023 and is proud to be part of an organization that provides a safe place with quality programming for the youth in our community. When not at the Club, Carleen enjoys spending time with her husband and three kids, playing the piano, and volunteering.
Alyx Bloedel
Administrative Specialist
frontdesk@bgcjanesville.org
Alyx joined the Boys & Girls Club of Janesville in August 2024. He is excited to be a part of a team that gives the kids in the community a safe and positive space to learn and grow. Outside of the Club Alyx enjoys spending time with his three dogs, his two nephews, and reading.
Kevin Counsell
Graduation Specialist
kcounsell@bgcjanesville.org
Kevin joined the Club in August of 2022 and finds his work with the teens very rewarding with his mentorship and helping them graduate on time through the Be Great Graduate Program. His first graduate from Parker High School, graduated in 2025 and Kevin is excited to have two more graduate at the end of the 25’-26’ school year. When Kevin isn’t working, you’ll find him being active with his two kids (aged 3 and 1), working out, playing video games, and watching sports.
Jason Gonzalez
Graduation Specialist
jregan@bgcjanesville.org
Jason joined the Club in August 2023 as a Graduation Specialist for our Be Great Graduate program. He loves working with teens and helping them prepare for their next steps. He also supports them by making sure their homework is done and setting goals for the school year. Outside of the Club Jason enjoys DJing and spending time with his family.
Photo Credit: photos generously provided by Neighborhood Photography
