Curtis Henderson, Jr., the longtime general manager of Boston Neighborhood Network (BNN) will retire effective May 31. Susan M. O’Connor will serve as Transition Manager to oversee ongoing operations at the network. Henderson has been a fixture at BNN since 1984, when he became a producer, combining his love of music with his newly acquired video skills. He was soon hired as manager for the Roxbury Studio, where he taught both individuals and groups from all over the city. Henderson next served as Director of Community Access, supervising BNN’s access centers and programming activities around the city.

Since his tenure as General Manager began in 1997, he has worked to bring BNN into the digital age, creating a multimedia center and updating equipment to a digital format. Henderson has worked to sustain the organization by purchasing and refurbishing BNN’s permanent home in Egleston Square and by expanding the quality of training and programming for Boston residents.

“Curtis understands the importance of building community through media,” says BNN Board President, Justin Petty, “and has been a steadfast advocate for people and institutions across the city.”

“It has been my privilege and my pleasure to serve Bostonians throughout this time of technological change,” says Henderson. “The people and institutions I’ve worked with over the years have enriched my life and I look forward to being of service as BNN moves into its next phase.”

A celebration of Henderson’s achievements and accomplishments at BNN will be held later in the spring.