The YMCA of the Roses has announced the appointment of Michael A. Smith as its new president and CEO, effective Friday, Aug. 1. Smith will succeed Larry Richardson, who is retiring after 31 years of leadership.

Smith has served the YMCA of the Roses in a variety of leadership roles over the past eight years, most recently as vice president of administration, where he oversaw fundraising, human resources, marketing, and IT. Prior to this role, Smith served as director of operations in Lancaster and as branch executive director in Shrewsbury. Smith previously worked as executive director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of York & Adams Counties and held fundraising positions within the United Way system.

Born and raised in York, Smith earned both his bachelor's degree and MBA from York College of Pennsylvania. He is married to his wife, Alesha, and together they are raising three children. He is an active community volunteer and youth sports coach, and he has served on several local nonprofit boards. Grounded in his Christian faith, Smith views his work with the YMCA as a calling to serve others and strengthen the community.

Smith brings a steady, mission-focused leadership style, with a strong emphasis on team-building, operational effectiveness, and long-term sustainability.