The American Red Cross Tulsa Area Chapter is pleased to announce its board of directors for the year.

These 16 individuals help guide regional strategic planning, community engagement, and fundraising as the chapter delivers services to roughly 1 million residents of Tulsa, Creek, Mayes, Okmulgee, Rogers and Wagoner counties.

The board named three officers and welcomed two new members.

Karl Neumaier, Chair — Owner and operator of Celebree School Tulsa

Karl and his wife, Jennifer, opened Celebree School of Tulsa in 2024 to strengthen opportunities for other families in the community via high-quality early childhood education. Before that, Karl had a nearly 30-year career in supply chain management and operations.

Karl and Jennifer both graduated from Michigan State University. They started their family in Michigan before embarking on an adventure that initially took them to China for five and a half years before landing in Tulsa in 2010. Together, they raised three sons, with all three eventually becoming Eagle Scouts and graduating from college. They also grew their engagement in the Tulsa non-profit community, most recently when Karl co-chaired the Tulsa Area United Way campaign in 2023.

Tralynna Scott, Vice Chair — Chief Economist at Cherokee Nation Businesses

Tralynna also serves as the Cherokee Nation’s Special Envoy to the U.S. Department of Treasury. She was previously the Cherokee Nation Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer and was responsible for the $3 billion annual budget of the Cherokee Nation. Tralynna has worked for the Cherokee Nation for nearly 19 years and held positions including financial analyst, investment analyst, attorney and director of corporate taxation.

Tralynna earned her juris doctor and master’s degree in taxation from the University of Tulsa. She earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Notre Dame.

Tralynna is a member of the Red Cross Tiffany Circle, a community of women leaders who advance the American Red Cross mission through a focused investment of time, talent and treasure by engaging women locally, nationally and internationally.

Keller Taylor, Secretary — Vice President at Oak View Group

In his role with Oak View Group, Keller oversees the BOK Center and Arvest Convention Center in Tulsa. He has been with OVG for 14 years and. Before coming to Tulsa in late September 2023, Keller was a regional vice president for the organization based in Loveland, Colorado, and oversaw Blue Arena and nine other venues. His career with OVG began as an intern in Columbia, South Carolina, and has included stops in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Enid, Oklahoma. Prior to his tenure with OVG, Keller opened HEB Center at Cedar Park in 2009, where we worked in various capacities ending as Director of Event Operations in 2012.

Keller received his bachelor of business administration degree from the University of South Carolina in 2006, and master of business administration and sports administration and facility management degrees from Ohio University in 2008 and 2009, respectively.

Ari McAlister, new board member — Commercial Loan Officer at Arvest Bank

At Arvest, Ari partners with local businesses to support community growth. A lifelong Tulsa-area resident, she is actively engaged with her daughter’s neighborhood school, Carnegie Elementary, and deeply committed to strengthening the community she and her family call home.

Ari’s passion for the American Red Cross mission comes from her belief in the importance of community education and preparedness, especially around fire safety and emergency awareness — topics she regularly discusses with her own children. She looks forward to contributing her financial insight, community perspective and dedication to service to support the Red Cross’s efforts in disaster preparedness, response and education.

Tyler Wallace, new board member — Principal, GH2 Architects

Tyler Wallace, AIA, is a lifelong Tulsan dedicated to strengthening his community through both design leadership and civic engagement. Over his 20-year career with GH2, Tyler has led a wide range of projects — including office, industrial, education, and hospitality facilities — ranging from a 1.4 million square-foot manufacturing campus to complex renovations and multi-phase master plans. Known for his collaborative approach and commitment to client success, he brings deep experience in project management, design and firm leadership.

Outside his architectural practice, Tyler is steadfastly committed to supporting organizations that advance families, neighborhoods and the long-term vitality of Tulsa. His service on numerous nonprofit and civic boards reflects a passion for community-focused missions and a belief in the power of local engagement. Tyler approaches every organization he supports with a service-driven mindset and a dedication to creating meaningful, lasting impact for the people of Tulsa.

ADDITIONAL TULSA AREA CHAPTER BOARD MEMBERS

Blake Barrett, First Oklahoma Bank

Amy Brown, Public Service Company of Oklahoma

Patrick Crofts, Muscogee (Creek Nation) Casinos

Marquess Dennis, Birthright Living Legacy

Rebekah Doyle, Northeastern State University

Matt Fulghum, ONE Gas

David Graves, Hall Estill

Andrew Little, Tulsa Fire Department

Brian Martin, Luxa

Ari McAlister, Arvest

Joey Reyes, American Hose and Supply

Jennifer Thompson, Bank of Oklahoma