05/29/2026
We are excited to officially introduce our new Scout Executive, Joseph Andreo! Please join us in welcoming Joe to the Coastal Carolina Council family. Below is a special message from Joe.
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I am very excited to be coming on board to lead the Coastal Carolina Council and to make our council the โCrown Jewelโ of Southern Scouting! I believe that with Dr. Bobby Baker, Chuck Lance, and myself as the Key 3, we can improve the finances, increase recruitment, and restore camp HO NON WAH to provide an incredible program experience that our youth will remember for the rest of their lives!
My career started after graduating from St. Johnโs University in Business Management. I worked as a middle office manager, broker, relationship manager, and project manager. In 2014 I decided to make the transition to the nonprofit world of the Boy Scouts of America, now Scouting America. I began as a Development Director at the Connecticut Yankee Council in Milford, CT, was promoted to Sr. Development Director, Director of Development/CFO, Director of Support Services, and Assistant Scout Executive/COO during my tenure there. In 2024 I was selected as the Scout Executive for the Housatonic Council in Derby, CT. During my time in Scouting, I have been fortunate enough to have been able to significantly raise revenue, increase recruitment, and make many Capital Improvements at the 5 camps I ran. Additionally, I was incredibly lucky to have worked with two great boards and many dedicated volunteers that made it possible to have the success I had. Iโm anticipating working with many more dedicated volunteers and another great board that will help drive the improvements I am sure we will make.
On a personal note, I am an Eagle Scout, Vigil Honor member of the Order of the Arrow, have served on numerous Wood Badge staffs, was staff adviser to the Order of the Arrow, and taught at Camp School. In 2017, I served on staff at the National Jamboree as a commissioner. I enjoy golf, skiing, traveling, and spending time with my family.
Iโm looking forward to meeting and working with all the staff, board, and volunteers of the Coastal Carolina Council. Together, we will serve any child who wants to be a Scout and do great things for the best youth program in the world!
