The American Red Cross introduces Karen Holt as the executive director of the East Texas Chapter of the Red Cross North Texas Region.

Holt will be based in Tyler and Longview, where she will oversee Red Cross programs and services for over 810,000 people throughout Anderson, Cherokee, Gregg, Harrison, Henderson, Panola, Rusk, Smith, Upshur, Van Zandt and Wood counties.

“We are excited to welcome Karen to the American Red Cross as our new executive director in East Texas,” said Keith Rhodes, CEO, American Red Cross North Texas Region.

“Her professional experience and deep ties to the area will be invaluable resources that help her build strong relationships and foster existing ones throughout the chapter.”