Indianapolis, IN — [April 18, 2025] — AYS, Inc. (At Your School), Indiana’s largest and longest-operating provider of school-based out-of-school time programs, is proud to announce the appointment of Justin Armstrong as its Chief Executive Officer.
As a respected and visionary leader with more than two decades of experience across nonprofit, government, and community-based organizations, Armstrong brings a lifelong passion for education, youth empowerment, and community advancement to his new role. His career has been marked by a unique blend of strategic insight, operational excellence, and an authentic commitment to service. Most recently, Armstrong served as AYS's Chief Operating Officer, where he led the organization's strategic vision and execution, ensuring financial sustainability while aligning operations with AYS's core values.
"Justin's visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to people-centered process improvement have been instrumental in AYS's remarkable growth trajectory and market resilience," said Derek Benson, Chair of the AYS Board of Directors. "His strategic acumen, coupled with his hands-on leadership approach and profound understanding of our core communities, positions him uniquely to propel AYS to new heights of innovation and success in this next pivotal chapter."
Armstrong previously served as Executive Vice President at the Indiana State Fairgrounds, where he oversaw the redevelopment of the iconic Corteva Coliseum. His experience leading major capital projects and sophisticated fundraising efforts adds significant operational and strategic depth to his leadership at AYS. Armstrong has also served in numerous volunteer and leadership roles that reflect his deep roots in education and youth development.
He has chaired multiple local education boards and most recently served as the Board Chair for the Washington Township Foundation, where he helped drive initiatives that supported public education and student success. Armstrong also previously served as the Educator Curator of Science at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, where he led the development of innovative educational programming that inspired hands-on learning and creativity among thousands of young visitors.
"I’m honored to lead this extraordinary organization and to build on the incredible work of our team," said Armstrong. "We have an exciting road ahead, and I’m committed to growing our impact and making sure every child—and every family—feels supported, empowered, and cared for."
About AYS
AYS (At Your School) serves thousands of Hoosier families daily by providing high-quality before and after school programs, camps, and enrichment experiences that support children’s academic, social, and emotional development. Under Armstrong’s leadership, AYS will continue advancing its mission to ensure every child has a safe, enriching, and nurturing environment beyond the classroom. For more information about AYS, Inc., visit www.ayskids.org.
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