Artis Stevens

Artis Stevens is the new president and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters® of America (BBBS).

Stevens brings 25 years of leadership in the positive youth development sector. He has a diverse background in bridging innovative marketing, fundraising, and program strategies. Through this he has generated awareness and revenue to drive greater impact for youth, families, and communities in need. Prior to BBBS, Stevens served as senior vice president and chief marketing officer of national 4-H.

Before joining 4-H in June 2014, Stevens served as national vice president, Marketing, Strategy & Operations at Boys & Girls Clubs of America. In 2018, Stevens was named American Marketing Association Foundation's National Nonprofit Marketer of the Year, the highest honor bestowed by the Foundation.

"One of the most important parts of my life is empowering young people to be the change they want to see in the world," notes Stevens.