Beth Ellis Will Lead Plexcity Starting December 2026
The current executive team will collaborate through the end of the year to ensure a smooth transition.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in People
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Plexcity has appointed Beth Ellis as its new president and CEO, effective December 1, 2026. She will replace outgoing leader Tony Kitt, who is set to retire from the Ontario-based organization at the end of the year.
Why it matters
This leadership transition marks a significant shift for the company as it looks to maintain its operational stability across its national footprint. The collaborative handover period is designed to preserve continuity for the dozens of organizations and hundreds of employees the firm supports.
Plexcity maintains a network of 50 organizations and provides support for more than 650 employees nationwide. Beth Ellis, a CPA since 2010, brings experience from the Wisconsin Credit Union League to the role.
The players
Beth Ellis
An experienced executive who previously served as the chief financial and operating officer at the Wisconsin Credit Union League.
Tony Kitt
The outgoing president and CEO of Plexcity who is overseeing the final months of his tenure before retirement.
Plexcity
An organization headquartered in Ontario that provides operational and administrative support for over 50 member entities.
The details
Beth Ellis will transition into the CEO role following her tenure as president of Tristate Collaborative LLC. Current CEO Tony Kitt will remain with the organization through the end of 2026 to assist with the transfer of executive responsibilities.
Timeline
Beth Ellis became a CPA in 2010.
Beth Ellis officially assumes the president and CEO role on December 1, 2026.
Tony Kitt will retire from his position at Plexcity at the end of 2026.
Market Landscape
This leadership change aligns with the standard corporate executive succession planning process to maintain operational continuity. The move positions the company to leverage Ellis's background in financial and operational management against the competitive landscape of administrative services.
Clients and staff can expect a focus on continuity during the transition period as the two executives work together. No changes to existing service agreements or staffing levels have been announced at this time.
The takeaway
Phased leadership transitions help organizations retain institutional knowledge during periods of executive change. Companies often use this overlap period to ensure that long-term strategic initiatives remain on track despite changes at the top.
What happens next
Tony Kitt will work with Beth Ellis to facilitate the leadership transition until his retirement at the end of 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by CUToday.
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