Chris Marek is the Director of the Development and Communications Department, where he is responsible for leading the chapter in meeting its fundraising and communication goals by overseeing activities in fundraising, community events, special events, legislative affairs, outreach and revenue generation. A former member of the executive team for the NBA’s Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors and a top-level marketing strategist at 24-hour fitness, he brings to the Red Cross an extensive background in marketing and communications.