Theresa Pina

Chief Growth Officer

Theresa Pina serves as the Chief Growth Officer at Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center, where she leads initiatives to expand the donor base and optimize organizational resources. She sets the strategic direction for business development, media, advertising, and brand awareness while driving community engagement efforts. Theresa is dedicated to increasing blood donations through innovative recruitment strategies and operational improvements.

A native Houstonian and University of Houston graduate, Theresa brings over 30 years of experience in management, operations, marketing, public relations, and donor recruitment. She began her journey with Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center in 2005 as a Donor Recruiter and quickly advanced through leadership roles, becoming Director of Donor Recruitment in 2009. In 2015, she expanded her responsibilities to oversee Mobile Collections and was later promoted to Vice President of Operations in 2017.

Theresa has led key organizational initiatives, including navigating the challenges of a global pandemic, serving on industry boards, and chairing committees that drive national blood donor marketing efforts. She was selected for the inaugural class of America’s Blood Centers’ Executive Fellows Program, a leadership initiative in partnership with Vanderbilt University’s Owen Graduate School of Management. In 2025, she assumed the role of Chief Growth Officer.

Looking ahead, Theresa is focused on shaping the future of blood donation by embracing innovative recruitment strategies, advancing digital engagement, and fostering new partnerships to ensure a strong and diverse donor base. She remains committed to expanding the organization's reach and impact in the years ahead.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Theresa loves to travel and spend quality time with her daughters.