What do Governor Ted Kulongoski and Providence Health & Services CEO Russ Danielson have in common?
They’ve both signed on to the Oregon Trail Chapter’s brand-new Board of Advisors! From U.S. Senators to corporate CEOs, many of Oregon’s leading citizens have stepped up to serve as American Red Cross ambassadors, advocates and allies for the Oregon Trail Chapter’s work of saving and rebuilding lives – down the street, across the country and around the world. Going forward, the 30 members of this group will act as consultants on emergency preparedness and response, health and safety issues, and the blood needs of Oregonians. Advisors also will have access to special opportunities, like visiting a Red Cross shelter or attending the popular Breakfast of Champions event. “The Board of Advisors represents a huge opportunity for the Red Cross to tap into Oregon’s opinion-shapers, drawing on their expertise and sharing news of what the Red Cross is doing across the state,” said Thomas Bruner, CEO of the Oregon Trail Chapter. “We’re excited to launch this new project and we thank them in adva