Shannon White of our site has been named to the Board of Directors for the American Red Cross Northern Virginia division.

In a significant move, Shannon White, Partner and Leader of the Defense & Security segment at a global AI-led professional services firm, has been appointed to the Board of Directors for the Northern Virginia Chapter of the Red Cross. This appointment comes as John Saad, who has been a passionate advocate for the Red Cross mission, steps down as Board Chair and is named the Red Cross Northern Virginia Chapter's first-ever Board Member Emeritus.

John Saad joined the Red Cross Board in 2017 and served as Northern Virginia Chapter Board Chair for the past two years. His leadership has been instrumental in providing strategic direction and oversight to ensure the Red Cross effectively delivers its mission across Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax County, Prince William County, and Loudoun counties.

Shannon White brings a deep understanding of national security and mission-focused transformation to the Board. At her global AI-led professional services firm, she leads the Defense & Security segment, which delivers optimization, technology modernization, and financial management solutions to U.S. diplomatic, intelligence, law enforcement, homeland security, and defense agencies. Under her leadership, the firm has helped shape its strategy and initiatives in some of the country's most complex and regulated environments.

The global AI-led professional services firm, which employs approximately 18,000 professionals, delivers advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. It operates in healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets. The firm's integrated business technology approach is designed to help clients across industries outwit complexity.

The appointment of Shannon White and the recognition of John Saad underscores the commitment of the global AI-led professional services firm to public service, community resilience, and national impact. Board members play a critical role in securing resources, guiding disaster response and preparedness, and supporting service members, veterans, and their families.

Media Contact for the firm is Cecile Fradkin at [email protected]. Both Shannon White and John Saad will continue to support the Red Cross's mission to alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies. The firm aims to drive efficiency and resilience in the industries it serves, striving for a lasting impact and shaping a meaningful future.

Shannon White of our site has been named to the Board of Directors for the American Red Cross Northern Virginia division.