American Red Cross of Lee County Board of Directors

The board of directors represents a diverse cross-section of local business leaders, government officials (city and county), long-time volunteers and supporters, and professional experts in human resources, business management, legal affairs, public relations, financial management, emergency services, and health and safety services. Board members play a significant role in guiding the vision and direction of our chapter. Board members are active participants in committee meetings, disaster operations (when the chapter is involved in hurricane relief and other disaster efforts), and special events.

If you have questions regarding the board, please contact Heidi Ruster, Executive Director, at 239-278-3401.


Board Chair, Randy Toscano, Lee Memorial Health
Vice Chair: Cole Peacock, Chico’s FAS
Secretary: Theresa Himschoot Mitchell, Crews Environmental
Treasurer: Rob Gislason, David Weekly Homes
Jason Duke, Morgan Stanley
Anne Gainey, Northern Trust
Kate Gooderham, Gooderham and Associates
Denny Grimes, Denny Grimes Realty
Judith Hartner, Physician Lee County Health Department
Margaret Mazzei, Lifetime Supporter
Susan Nasworthy, Sun Trust Bank
Stephan Pierce, Lee County Sheriff’s Department
Cindy Starnes, Oswald Trippe and Co., Inc.
Bill Wiltshire, Wiltshire, Whitley, Richardson, and English
Dr. Robert Zarranz, Physician and Community Supporter