Robert C. Hill Jr. to lead Greater Miami & The Keys Red Cross

Robert C. Hill Jr. has been named the executive director of the American Red Cross Greater Miami & The Keys Chapter.

The South Florida Region of the Red Cross announced the appointment on Sunday, November 2, 2026. Hill will manage operations across Miami-Dade County and the Florida Keys. His portfolio includes humanitarian aid, disaster preparedness, and community resilience programs.

Hill previously served as vice president of community impact for the American Heart Association in Miami-Dade. In that role, he coordinated efforts among healthcare systems, schools, government agencies, and private businesses. He focused on nutrition security, chronic-disease prevention, and health equity. He also serves as executive co-chair of the Consortium for a Healthier Miami-Dade.

Krista Coletti, CEO of the South Florida Region, welcomed Hill to the organization. "We are thrilled to welcome Robert as the new executive director of our Greater Miami and the Keys Chapter," Coletti said. She noted that his leadership and passion for service will help strengthen the mission. Coletti added that the region expects Hill to build partnerships and empower local communities to become more resilient.

Hill brings two decades of experience in community health and nonprofit management. He holds a Master of Public Health from Nova Southeastern University and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Florida. Nova Southeastern University awarded him an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters for his community service.

Hill said he is honored to join the Red Cross to serve the local community. "Throughout my career, I have seen what is possible when people and organizations come together around a shared purpose," Hill said. He expressed excitement about working with volunteers and partners to support people in crisis. His goal is to strengthen preparedness and build resilience throughout Miami-Dade and the Florida Keys.

The American Red Cross supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood. The organization provides shelter, food, and emotional support to disaster victims. It also teaches life-saving skills and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross operates as a not-for-profit entity that relies on volunteers and public donations.