In this Expert Q&A, Ronn McMahon, the president and CEO of the Greater Wichita YMCA, highlights the strategic merger between the his Y and the McPherson YMCA. The merger aims to expand community reach, enhance program offerings and create more opportunities for staff and members. Key insights from this conversation include approaching mergers with humility, respecting the history of existing organizations and focusing on mutual benefits rather than imposing changes. McMahon also emphasizes the importance of listening to partner organizations, being open to learning and recognizing that collaborative approaches will become increasingly necessary in the community recreation sector as services become more complex and expensive. Enjoy!