James McGee

Ventura County, CA, September 14, 2010 – After four months of tireless searching, the American Red Cross, Ventura County Chapter has hired James McGee as the new Regional Chief Executive Officer of Ventura County.

With a successful career in the health, consumer products, and technology industries, McGee brings a broad range of leadership and business development experience to the CEO position.

“I’m excited to bring my talents and experiences to a tremendous organization like the American Red Cross,” said McGee. I’m honored to carry forward a great legacy of providing critical services and support to local families in times of need.”

Most recently, McGee served as Staff Vice President of Corporate Strategy and Development at WellPoint, the largest health benefits company in the United States. During his time at WellPoint, McGee launched and led a variety of corporate-wide strategic initiatives focused on new growth for the company. McGee also held senior leadership roles across Corporate Development, Product Development, and Business Operations. During his tenure at WellPoint, McGee was instrumental in opening California Health and Longevity Institute, an innovative health and diagnostic center located in Westlake Village.

McGee started his professionally career with The Walt Disney Company and held a variety of management roles across Disney’s Corporate and Consumer Products Divisions. McGee also spent time as a technology consultant with boutique consulting firm Guidance Solutions based out of Marina del Rey, CA.

McGee earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Business from Wheaton College and completed a Master’s degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Operations and Management at the University of Southern California.

In addition to his professional experience, McGee serves the Ventura County community as a Board Member of Ventura Missionary School and is active in several youth mentoring and sports programs.

Born and raised in Southern California, McGee, his wife Wendy, and sons Liam and Noah make their home in the city of Ventura.

The American Red Cross helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. Last year, almost a million volunteers and 35,000 employees helped victims of almost 75,000 disasters; and taught lifesaving skills to millions. Since 1917, the American Red Cross of Ventura County has been meeting the needs of our neighbors throughout the many communities we serve. As the world’s leading humanitarian organization, our network of more than 1,200 volunteers have responded to disasters, provided lifesaving education, helped families to prepare for emergencies before they occur, and kept members of our Armed Forces connected with their loved ones during times of tragedy and joy. The Red Cross is not a government agency; it relies on donations of time and money to do its work. For more information, please contact the American Red Cross, Ventura County Chapter at 987-1514. Find the Red Cross on Twitter @RedCrossVentura!