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Pete Settelmayer

Chief Executive Officer

Pete Settelmayer brings over two decades of leadership experience in education and youth development to his role as CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Los Angeles Harbor. Since joining the organization in 2024, Pete has been steadfast in his commitment to expanding programs and services that empower young people to achieve their full potential. His leadership is rooted in fostering an inclusive environment and promoting equity and racial justice, ensuring that every child has access to opportunities for success.

Pete's career has been defined by a dedication to community engagement and innovative program development. Prior to leading BGCLAH, he held various leadership roles with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America and founded Westside Atlanta Charter School, where he focused on race and equity in education. With a vision of creating a safe and supportive environment for youth, Pete continues to champion initiatives that address the unique needs of the Los Angeles Harbor community.

Under Pete’s leadership, BGCLAH is committed to offering transformative programs in arts, music, STEM, and college and career readiness. Through partnerships with local businesses, nonprofits, and government entities, he ensures the club remains a cornerstone of positive impact for children and families.

Pete lives in San Pedro with his husband, Jake, and is passionate about advocacy, community building, and creating opportunities for future generations. He is honored to lead the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Los Angeles Harbor in its mission to inspire and enable all young people to reach their highest potential."

Sergio Carrillo

Chief Development Officer

Sergio Carrillo is a public affairs and strategic management executive with over two decades of experience in government, community development, and political strategy.

Since August 2024, Sergio has served as Chief Development Officer of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Los Angeles Harbor (BGCLAH) – the largest youth-serving organization in the South Bay and Harbor areas of Los Angeles. A proud Boys & Girls Club alum, he leads the organization’s comprehensive fundraising and external affairs strategy, forging critical partnerships to support more than 2,800 youth each day. His portfolio includes oversight of major gifts, annual giving, special events, corporate and foundation relations, planned giving, marketing, and communications.

Although new to the position, Sergio is no stranger to the organization. For 22 years, he served on the BGCLAH Board of Directors, including five years as Board Chair, helping guide the organization through significant growth and impact. Today, he works closely with the CEO, Board, and community stakeholders to build lasting relationships, secure vital resources, and elevate the Club’s visibility. His leadership ensures the organization’s long-term growth and helps drive support for transformative programs that empower young people to reach their full potential.

Prior to joining BGCLAH, Sergio was President and Chief Strategist of Carrillo Strategies, a Los Angeles based public affairs, governmental relations, media relations, community engagement and political firm. He has held key leadership roles in multiple high-profile campaigns and public affairs initiatives.

He remains active in his community through various civic and nonprofit boards and is especially proud to return in a staff leadership role to the Club that helped shape his path in life.

Heather Gaughan

VP of People and Culture

Heather Gaughan’s experience in HR leadership began in 2012 and spans industries including residential senior care, aerospace, and wellness manufacturing.

After leading HR capacity-building initiatives during her Peace Corps service in Micronesia, Heather served as HR Director for a nonprofit focused on youth development in underserved communities in Cleveland.

Inspired by that mission and by the opportunity to support staff doing meaningful work, Heather has long hoped to return to the youth development space. She feels fortunate to have found such a strong match in BGCLAH and is honored to support a team that makes such a significant impact on young lives.

Heather holds a master’s degree in Labor & Human Resources from The Ohio State University and is SHRM-CP certified. Originally from Ohio, she relocated to Long Beach in 2024 and is happy to now call Southern California home.

Bryan Jebo

Chief Operations Officer

Bryan Jebo was born and raised in Wilmington, CA; attending Gulf Avenue, Dodson, and Narbonne High School. In June 2000, he started his 20+ year career in Youth Development running a Probation Program at the Wilmington Boys & Girls Club. In 2004, Bryan became the Director of Schools Sites. He operated and developed 11 Clubs on school campuses in the communities he grew up in and schools he attended as a youth. In 2017, Bryan took on the role of Director of Programs and a year later he moved up into his current role of Chief Operating Officer. He has volunteered as a Den Leader and Assistant Scoutmaster in a local Cub Scout Troop, that his son was part of. He is now working on a Masters Degree in Nonprofit Leadership and Management from Arizona State University with his graduation planned in Spring of 2022. Bryan still lives in Wilmington, CA with his wife and two teenage children.

Brad Lane

Chief Financial Officer

Brad Lane is a San Pedro native- attending Holy Trinity and Bishop Montgomery High School. He received his BA in Accounting from Loyola Marymount University and has extensive experience in Finance and Accounting, working for companies such as Universal Pictures and Gold Circle Films. He joined the BGCLAH as the Chief Financial Officer in 2019. Brad currently resides in San Pedro with his wife and daughter.