First Coast YMCA President and CEO Eric Mann announces retirement after spending over 40 years with organization

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – After greater than 40 years of devoted service to YMCAs throughout the nation—together with 14 years main the First Coast YMCA—President and CEO Eric Mann has announced his retirement.

Mann will step down subsequent summer season however will stay in his present position and assist information the group by means of the transition till a successor is known as.

In an announcement, Mann mirrored on his time with the YMCA.

After almost 45 years serving numerous YMCAs—and 14 of these spent right here in Northeast Florida—I’ve determined to retire in Summer season 2026. Serving as President and CEO of the YMCA of Florida’s First Coast has been one of many biggest honors of my profession.

This YMCA household means the world to me. Collectively, we’ve constructed new branches, launched wellness packages that serve the varied wants of the group and strengthened our mission of selling a wholesome thoughts, physique and spirit for all.

All of that might not have occurred with out each one among you.

Please know I’ll proceed to serve in my present position over the approaching yr and thru this transition. A search committee consisting of a number of former and previous board chairs, will companion with the YMCA of the USA on a nationwide search. Notably, a number of of those members have been additionally concerned in my recruitment. Extra info might be shared as the method strikes ahead.

I do know the First Coast YMCA will proceed to thrive beneath robust management and together with your help. Thanks for being a part of our YMCA household.

Eric Mann, President and CEO of First Coast YMCA

Throughout Mann’s tenure, the First Coast YMCA stated its amenities noticed important development and transformation, with membership growing by 33% because the group expanded its attain all through the area.

“Eric’s service to YMCAs throughout the nation and his steadfast dedication and modern method to enhancing peoples’ lives throughout Northeast Florida is unmatched,” stated Gary Norcross, YMCA of Florida’s First Coast Metropolitan Board of Administrators Chair. “We’re a stronger group due to Eric, and that’s really the measure of his management.”

Notable accomplishments include the renovation of the Johnson Household YMCA and the development of the Winston Household YMCA, in addition to launching Wholesome Residing Facilities open to each members and the general public, which offer well being screenings and packages on diet, wholesome ageing, coronary heart well being, dealing with most cancers and different matters associated to navigating well being care.

“It’s been an amazing honor to serve the YMCA and the Northeast Florida group,” stated Mann. “I’m assured the YMCA of Florida’s First Coast will proceed to thrive and positively influence people by offering companies and packages that promote a wholesome physique, thoughts and spirit.”