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View the March Webinar Recording - Beyond the Hype: AI, Careers, and the Skills That Matter Most 

Its a new world looking for  and keeping  a job at a time of big changes driven by technological, political and economic forces. This webinar offers insights and strategies for job holders and job seekers from Cynthia Gutierrez-White, a former Red Cross national spokesperson and communication leader, and author of "Redefined: Finding Purpose and Power After Job Loss Amid AI Disruption and Market Uncertainty.” 

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Advancing the Mission Through Cell & Gene Therapy - American Red Cross' Michael Wolter and Martin Villapudua

Michael and Martin will walk us through the Red Cross’s role in cell and gene therapy including an overview of the division’s current infrastructure and how it supports this growing space. They will share patient stories and real-world impact and explore where they see the work going from here.

Monday, April 27, 2026

4:00 p.m. Eastern Time 

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Refugees and Stateless People w/

Thomas Harperm Senior Counsel in International Humanitarian Law 

In times of armed conflict, refugees and stateless individuals often face unimaginable risks. But did you know that International Humanitarian Law provides critical protections for these vulnerable populations? Join us as we examine how the law protects some of the most vulnerable in wartime.

Thursday, April 16, 2026
12:00 p.m. Eastern Time 

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    • 04/27/2026
    • 4:00 PM

    WEBINAR

    Advancing the Mission Through Cell & Gene Therapy


    Monday, April 27

    4:00 p.m. Eastern Time



    Michael Wolter

    Vice President of Therapeutic & Cellular Solutions

    American Red Cross Cell and Gene Therapy








    Martin Villapudua

    Director of Product Development & Implementation

    American Red Cross Cell and Gene Therapy







    Michael and Martin will introduce participants to the field and walk us through the Red Cross’s role in cell and gene therapy, including an overview of the Red Cross division’s current infrastructure and how it supports this growing space. They will also share patient stories and their real-world impact and explore where they see the work going from here.


    Register in advance to get an email confirmation, meeting link and reminder:

    https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/mx47jIV_SGSwYWuA0-jaRw 

    • 06/19/2026
    • 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

    Greater DC & Baltimore ARCAN spring luncheon meeting


    The Greater DC & Baltimore ARCAN Group will gather June 19 for their next luncheon and meeting in the room referred to as the Tiffany Ballroom at the Red Cross 17th Street building in Washington, D.C. 


    The speaker will be Jennifer Pipa, vice president of Disaster Programs, at the American Red Cross National Headquarters. 



    Jennifer Pipa 

    Vice President of Disaster Programs

    American Red Cross


    Friday, June 19

    11:30 - 1:30 Eastern Time


    Luncheon is $25 per person. Please send your check, payable to ARCRA GWB, to Joe Cattaneo, 1513 Emerson Ave., McLean, VA 22101. Or Venmo him:  @Joseph-Cattaneo. Payment must be received by Monday, June 15.







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