PHILADELPHIA – Tom Hays, Board Chairman of the American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania, proudly announces the formal induction of 16 new members to its all-volunteer Board of Directors.

All were formally inducted during the organization’s annual meeting, held Thursday, September 27th, 2012.

“It is my pleasure to welcome these great leaders to our Board of Directors,” said Hays. “They bring commitment, dedication, expertise, and resources critical for the Red Cross to carry out its mission. The Red Cross and the people it serves are lucky to have them. These new members join an already impressive and diverse list of corporate, civic, and government leaders.”

The new board members are:

Teresa Bryce Bazemore, President of Radian Guaranty

Thomas DeGarmo, Principal at Price Waterhouse

Suzanne Garber, CFO at International SOS

Jim Gentile, Director at Elliott Lewis

Ed Goldberg, Senior Vice President at Macy’s

Dan Guerin, Director at Boeing

Richard Harris, Esquire

Jeff Ladoceur, Director at SEI Wealth Management

Leon LaRosa, Partner at Eisner Amper

Marc Lucca, Vice President at Aqua Pennsylvania

Brigette McInnis-Day, Vice President at SAP America

J. William Mills, President at PNC Bank

Elisabeth Roland, Psychologist in private practice

John Susanin, Senior VP retired at SSH Real Estate

Christina DelVecchio-Tuller, Guardian Life Insurance

Rich Yoegel, Director at QVC

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About the American Red Cross of Southeastern Pennsylvania:

The American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. The Red Cross is not a government agency. All Red Cross assistance is free of charge. Financial contributions are always welcomed and needed and can be made by going to RedCrossPhilly.org.