Theresa Pina

Theresa Pina serves as the Chief Growth Officer at Gulf Coast Blood, where she leads enterprise strategies to expand the donor base, strengthen community engagement, and elevate brand visibility. She oversees organizational growth initiatives and business development and provides executive oversight of the organization’s strategy in Advanced Therapies collections and operational innovation, where she supports the advancement of emerging therapeutic capabilities and champions process improvements that enhance efficiency, quality, and donor-to-patient impact.

A native Houstonian and proud University of Houston graduate, Theresa brings more than 30 years of experience in management, operations, marketing, public relations, and donor recruitment. Since joining Gulf Coast Blood in 2005, she has advanced through key leadership roles, and guided teams through transformation and growth. In 2025, she was appointed Chief Growth Officer, a role that leverages her operational insight and strategic vision to position the organization for long-term impact.

Throughout her tenure, Theresa has led critical organizational initiatives including navigating the complexities of a global pandemic, serving on industry boards, and chairing national committees focused on donor marketing and recruitment strategies. She also completed the America’s Blood Centers’ Executive Fellows Program, a leadership development initiative in partnership with Vanderbilt University’s Owen Graduate School of Management.

Looking ahead, Theresa remains focused on shaping the future of blood and advanced therapies by embracing innovative recruitment strategies, expanding digital engagement, and cultivating new partnerships. Her leadership helps position Gulf Coast Blood at the forefront of next-generation therapeutic advancements while supporting a stronger, more diverse donor base for years to come.

Outside of her professional work, Theresa enjoys traveling and spending quality time with her daughters.