Greater Cincy chapter of Red Cross names new executive director

A local nonprofit leader with deep roots in the region will now guide the American Red Cross in Greater Cincinnati.

The organization has named Sid Taylor executive director of its Greater Cincinnati Tri-State Chapter. Taylor, a Hamilton County resident with extensive experience in crisis management and nonprofit operations, most recently served as assistant executive director at Focus on Youth.

“I am excited to welcome native Cincinnatian Sid Taylor to the American Red Cross,” said Stephanie Byrd, executive director of the Central & Southern Ohio Region, which includes the local chapter.

Taylor succeeds Byrd in the chapter role, while she continues as regional chief executive overseeing four chapters across 47 counties across the Buckeye State. In his new post, Taylor will work with the chapter board, staff and volunteers to deliver Red Cross services across the Greater Cincinnati region, from disaster relief to community preparedness efforts.

“Sid has a strong understanding of the needs of the community we serve,” Byrd continued. “He is deeply committed to helping those facing challenges or navigating vulnerable situations. His strong background in nonprofit operations in a sheltering environment will be an asset to mission delivery in this 14-county chapter.”

Taylor earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s in organizational leadership from the former Union Institute & University in Cincinnati. He is a Certified Life Coach, a member of the Ohio Association of Child and Youth Care Professionals and a graduate of the Nonprofit Leadership Institute of Greater Cincinnati’s EXCEL program. He also serves on the board of the YMCA of Greater Cincinnati.

“Being born and raised here, I’ve witnessed firsthand the difference the Red Cross can make for families in crisis,” said Taylor, who lives in Cheviot with his wife and with their two children. 

“I am honored to now serve as executive director of the Greater Cincinnati Tri-State chapter and look forward to partnering with our board, volunteers and local leaders to strengthen our mission and ensure we remain a trusted resource in times of need.”

Greater Cincinnati Tri-State Chapter