Off the Street Club (OTSC) is pleased to announce the hiring of Alisa Brill as its first Vice President of Finance and Operations, effective June 3, 2025. In this newly created role, Brill will work closely with the Executive Director and the Board of Directors to help develop infrastructure and shape the future of OTSC. As a key member of the leadership team, she will bring a new perspective to Club operations to maintain the precious culture and strengthen financial processes and operations. Brill’s leadership will be essential as a key partner in shaping and implementing the organization’s vision, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

With over 30 years of broad experience, Brill is a respected financial and operational management leader across startups, non-profits, distribution, and manufacturing. She has a proven track record of boosting efficiency, building strong relationships, and leading successful transformations.

Brill most recently served as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer for a startup social equity business located in Illinois. Before that, she served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial and Administrative Officer at The Chicago Lighthouse and as Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Medical Operations at PAWS Chicago. At each of these positions, she has consistently demonstrated the ability to streamline processes, implement technology solutions, and modernize accounting practices.

“On behalf of the entire Board, we are thrilled to welcome Alisa to the Off the Street Club family,” said Betsy Holden, President of the Board of OTSC. “Her extensive experience in financial and operational leadership, combined with her passion for our mission, will be invaluable as we continue to enhance our operations and impact. Alisa’s strategic vision and commitment to excellence will help us create even more opportunities for the children and families we serve.”

“I am very excited to have Alisa join the Off the Street Club as our new Vice President of Finance and Operations,” said Arnett Morris, the Executive Director of Off The Street Club.  “From the time of our initial discussions, when I learned that her father had come from our West Garfield Park neighborhood, I knew that Alisa would be a great fit for our OTSC family and that she cared deeply for those that we serve.  She will provide tremendous support for me and the entire staff of the OTSC as we look forward to our next 125 years of growth and development.”     

Off the Street Club partnered with KEES, a national executive search firm, to create and fill this new leadership role. After thoroughly assessing OTSC’s needs, KEES worked closely with the Executive Director and the Board of Directors to develop the role and evaluate both the position’s title and strategic scope. KEES conducted a comprehensive, Chicago-based search and selected Brill from a talented pool of top diverse finalists. This search further enhances KEES’s growing expertise and network in placing top-tier finance and operations executives in key leadership positions.

“I’m thrilled to join Off the Street Club because every child deserves the chance to live their best life, no matter where they begin,” said Brill. “The Club’s strong community roots and its dedication to giving kids a safe space to grow, dream, and simply be kids are truly inspiring. I am honored to help advance a mission that brings hope, safety, and opportunity to those who need it most.”

Brill holds a Bachelor of Business Administration with a major in Accounting from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and is a Certified Public Accountant. When not working, she serves on the Board of Directors at Heartland Animal Shelter and supports Chicago French Bulldog Rescue, where she adopted her two Frenchies, Latke and Louie.  She is an avid music lover and concert goer, enjoys biking and hiking, traveling, and most of all, spending time with family.

Randi Blasutti, Project Manager, shared, “Off the Street Club’s powerful mission to serve the community and make a lasting difference in the lives of so many youth is truly inspiring. KEES is proud to partner with such an impactful organization, and we are deeply grateful to the entire Board and OTSC team for their collaboration throughout the search process. Alisa’s leadership skills in working in start-up-like environments set her apart in the applicant pool. We look forward to positive growth and send our congratulations to all!”

About the Partners

Off The Street Club

Off the Street Club is Chicago’s oldest boys and girls club. It serves the youth in the West Garfield Park neighborhood, which is one of the city’s most challenging areas. For 125 years, OTSC has provided a safe-haven and positive influence for kids living in an environment often marked by poverty, gang activity, and limited opportunities. OTSC serves approximately 2,500 youth annually through after-school programs, scholarships, sports leagues, tutoring, mentoring, and leadership development initiatives. The club aims to provide positive alternatives to gang involvement and street life while helping kids develop skills that can lead to successful futures. For more information, visit www.otsc.org.

KEES

KEES (formerly Alford Executive Search) is a nonprofit executive search firm that builds diverse teams with dynamic leaders in the nonprofit and public sectors. A certified woman-owned and operated firm, KEES offers a full array of nonprofit consulting services including executive search, leadership development, compensation analysis, interim staffing, and HR support. For more information, please visit www.kees2success.com.

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OFF THE STREET CLUB MEDIA CONTACT: Arnett Morris, Arnett@otsc.org

KEES MEDIA CONTACT: Jamie Sheffler, jsheffler@kees2success.com