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The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization, provides emergency assistance, disaster relief, and education inside the United States. read more
American Red Cross Company Culture
American Red Cross Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.9/5
American Red Cross' Overall Culture is rated D+
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Office Culture
B-Environment
C-Retention
C-Outlook
C-Team
C-American Red Cross CEO
Bottom 10%Bottom 10% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Gail McGovern
54 /100
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Diversity at American Red Cross
Bottom 15%Bottom 15% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
D
Diverse employees at American Red Cross have rated Retention, Team, and Environment as the highest categories they have scored
Women at American Red Cross
Bottom 15%Bottom 15% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
D
Women at American Red Cross have rated Team, Outlook, and Environment as the highest categories they have scored
American Red Cross eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Bottom 25%Bottom 25% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-24
American Red Cross employees are -24% more likely to recommend American Red Cross as a great place to work
| 30% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 16% | Passives |
| 54% | Detractors |
Working at American Red Cross
Working at American Red Cross is rated below average by 128 employees, across various culture dimensions. American Red Cross employees rate Office Culture highest among all categories, and think that Meetings and CEO Rating have the most room for improvement, putting American Red Cross’s culture in the Bottom 25% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 25% compared to other companies in Washington, DC. See below in detail how working at American Red Cross was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at American Red Cross
D+
Overall Company Culture at American Red Cross is rated D+
Last updated 25 days ago
Bottom
25%
American Red Cross ranks in the Bottom 25% of other companies on Comparably with 1-10 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
American Red Cross Employee Reviews
Out of 157 American Red Cross employee reviews, 73% were positive. The remaining 27% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping American Red Cross improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 73% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 27% |
Positive Reviews From American Red Cross Employees
- What did you like most about the interview process?It was excellent and I'm very glad
- What makes you most happy at work?Feeling good an use to have fun with friends
- What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?Very good everything is going well
Constructive Feedback From American Red Cross Employees
- What do your coworkers need to improve and how could you work together better?Coworkers are not allowed to talk to each other. Employees are to do what they are told even if it is wrong and inturn said employeeS get written up for what managment tells them to do. Communication and being on the same page has proven effective.
- What do your coworkers need to improve and how could you work together better?Quit bonding together in tight cliques and talking about other members of the organization behind the person's back. Quit telling lies about people they do not like.
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Communication without ambiguity, educating the staff on the same level without interpertation of federally regulated documents and accountable where it actually belongs.
American Red Cross Company Information
American Red Cross Company Overview
The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization, provides emergency assistance, disaster relief, and education inside the United States.
American Red Cross Mission, Vision & Values
American Red Cross Mission & Values
The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.
American Red Cross Vision Statement
The American Red Cross, through its strong network of volunteers, donors and partners, is always there in times of need. We aspire to turn compassion into action so that... ...all people affected by disaster across the country and around the world receive care, shelter and hope; ...our communities are ready and prepared for disasters; ...everyone in our country has access to safe, lifesaving blood and blood products; ...all members of our armed services and their families find support and comfort whenever needed; and ...in an emergency, there are always trained individuals nearby, ready to use their Red Cross skills to save lives.
| Headquarter | Washington, DC United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | redcross.org |
| Founding Date | 1881 |
| Tel | 1-800-REDCROSS |
| Company Status | Private |
American Red Cross Competitors
American Red Cross competitors include Marriott. American Red Cross ranks 2nd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how American Red Cross compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
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American Red Cross Employees
128 employees at American Red Cross have reviewed American Red Cross across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was 25 days ago.
Overall, the 128 American Red Cross employees give their leadership a grade of D, or Bottom 15% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at American Red Cross are mostly dissatisfied with their total compensation at American Red Cross, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at American Red Cross are generally satisfied with their team. 128 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a C-. Less than half believe the meetings at American Red Cross are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at American Red Cross believe the environment at American Red Cross is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at American Red Cross is extremely fast. About 49% of the employees at American Red Cross work 8 hours or less, while 19% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at American Red Cross are generally happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life
American Red Cross employees generally work 9.5 hrs a day
Work Hours
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Employees at American Red Cross report the work pace is extremely fast
Work Pace
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77% of American Red Cross employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
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American Red Cross employees most often take 20-30 paid vacation and sick days each year
Perks & Benefits
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67% of American Red Cross employees report they are happy with their work life balance
Work Life Balance
A Day in the Life
American Red Cross employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Every Week
Feedback
A Day in the Life
55% of American Red Cross employees call their work environment positive
Environment
Joining American Red Cross - Employee Onboarding
American Red Cross employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
American Red Cross KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of American Red Cross' KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 9 American Red Cross employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 6 have said yes.
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American Red Cross CEO & Leadership
American Red Cross CEO - Gail McGovern
54 /100
Gail’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Gail in the Bottom 10% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 10% compared to CEOs of all other companies in Washington, DC. Gail McGovern’s employees rank American Red Cross in the Top 40% for Office Culture, in the Bottom 35% for Environment, and in the Bottom 30% for Retention. McGovern is generally unpopular with American Red Cross employees, but ranks especially low with employees in the Operations department, and by employees identified with Other ethnicities and employees in the IT department. However, employees with 6 to 10 Years experience have a slightly more favorable view of the CEO. When compared to American Red Cross’s competitors, Gail McGovern ranks below Marriott CEO Anthony Capuano.
American Red Cross Leadership
The American Red Cross Executive Team is rated a “D-” and led by CEO Gail McGovern, Chief Operating Officer Darrin Utynek, and Executive Director-WNY Alexandra Murello
Gail McGovern CEO / President
Gail McGovern serves as the CEO / President of American Red Cross.
Darrin Utynek Chief Operating Officer
Darrin Utynek serves as the Chief Operating Officer of American Red Cross of Chicago & Northern Illinois. Darrin started... read more
Alexandra Murello Executive Director-WNY
Alexandra Murello serves as the Executive Director-WNY of American Red Cross. Alexandra started at American Red Cross in... read more
Victoria Raleigh Executive Director, Business Transformation
Victoria Raleigh serves as the Executive Director, Business Transformation of American Red Cross.
Sue Weimer Executive Director, Retired
Sue Weimer serves as the Executive Director, Retired of American Red Cross.
Alison Teres Executive Director, Core Donor Fundraising & Operations
Alison Teres serves as the Executive Director, Core Donor Fundraising & Operations of American Red Cross. Alison started... read more
Kay Wilkins Director, External Relations Southeast and Caribbean Division
Kay Wilkins serves as the Director, External Relations Southeast and Caribbean Division of American Red Cross. Kay... read more
Nancy Asaro Chief Administrative Officer
Nancy Asaro serves as the Chief Administrative Officer of American Red Cross. Nancy started at American Red Cross in... read more
Diversity & Inclusion at American Red Cross
Diverse employees at American Red Cross score the company 59/100 across various culture categories, placing American Red Cross in the Bottom 15% of companies on Comparably with 1-10 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at American Red Cross across various culture dimensions.
Ranked Culture the Highest
Ranked Culture the Lowest
American Red Cross Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Insurance
American Red Cross PTO
American Red Cross' PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 20-30 days off a year with 0% of employees expected to be work free while out of office. Paid Time Off is American Red Cross' 2nd most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 33% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. American Red Cross' benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $500 -$1000 cash value per month.
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American Red Cross Careers
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Overview of Candidates Interested in American Red Cross on Comparably
Candidates By Department
All Industries | 47% | |
|---|---|---|
Operations | 9% | |
Executive | 7% | |
Communications | 7% | |
Engineering | 5% | |
Other | 26% |
Candidates By Location
Washington | 42% | |
|---|---|---|
Atlanta | 7% | |
Los Angeles | 5% | |
Trenton | 2% | |
Oklahoma City | 2% | |
Other | 42% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding American Red Cross
Who is the CEO of American Red Cross?
American Red Cross CEO is Gail McGovern, their score by employees is 54
What is American Red Cross eNPS?
The eNPS for American Red Cross is -24
Who are American Red Cross competitors?
American Red Cross main competitors are Marriott
What are the benefits at American Red Cross?
American Red Cross perks and benefits are Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance & Health Insurance
Who is American Red Cross leadership?
Darrin Utynek, Alexandra Murello & Victoria Raleigh are part of American Red Cross leadership, Gail McGovern is the CEO
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