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  • Join us January 22-24, 2027 at YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly in Black Mountain, NC for the 2026 Camp Regional Emerging Multicultural Leadership Experience.

  • What is CREMLE?

    • The Camp Regional Emerging Multicultural Leadership Experience (CREMLE) is a professional development conference designed to equip camp staff at all levels—seasonal, part-time, and full-time—with the leadership skills, network, and tools to advance their careers in the Y.

  • Why Send Staff to CREMLE?

    • Higher Retention & Engagement: Staff who attend REMLEs have a 72% retention rate compared to 53% for those who don’t. Investing in professional development keeps your best people in the Y.

    • Stronger Leadership Pipeline: CREMLE helps build future leaders by providing mentorship, networking, and skill-building sessions aligned with the Y’s Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies.

    • Broader Professional Network: Staff will connect with leaders and peers from across the country, expanding their network and sharing best practices.

    • Hands-On Learning: Attendees gain practical tools and strategies they can apply immediately in their roles.

    • Increased Staff Morale and Motivation: Investing in growth opportunities shows your commitment to their future, leading to more engaged and motivated employees.

    • Immediate Impact: Staff return with new leadership strategies, a broader professional network, and a deeper connection to the Y movement, leading to improved performance and motivation.

  • Meet the Committee!

    • Kim Green - YMCA Volunteer

    • Luis Grant - YMCA Camp Silver Beach

    • Kiel McBride - YMCA Camp Marston

    • Archer Maestas - YMCA Camp Jones Gulch

    • Courney Beeston - YMCA of Greater Toledo

    • KJ Davis - YMCA Camp Chandler

    • Lindy Tracey - McGaw YMCA Camp Echo

    • Maya Gujral - Fairview Lake YMCA Camps

    • Savanah Standifer - YMCA Camp Kirkwood

    • Andrew Corley - YMCA Seven Council Fires

    • DeQuan Williams - YMCA Camp Kirkwood

    • Kentrella Jones - YMCA of Montgomery

    • Jesus Rodriguez - YMCA of Greater Kansas City

    • Sheldon Gibson - YUSA Volunteer

    • Eli Cochran - YMCA Camp Ernst

    • Megan Gierhart - YMCA Camp Ernst

  • Event Details

    • Check-In Date: Friday, January 22, 2027

    • Check-Out Date: Sunday, January 24, 2027

    • Registration Details Coming Soon! 

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