Gulf Coast Blood
Headquarters: Houston, Texas
Region Served: Greater Houston area and surrounding counties, as well as Brazos Valley and East Texas.
Established: 1975
Mission: Our mission is to partner with the community to help save and sustain lives by providing a safe supply of blood, biotherapies, and related services.
About: Gulf Coast Blood, is a nonprofit organization committed to saving and sustaining lives through blood and biotherapies. Serving more than 170 hospitals and health care institutions across the Texas Gulf Coast, we provide a safe, reliable supply of blood and blood products to patients in need every day.
Our mission, “Commit for Life,” inspires donors and community partners to make a lasting impact through regular blood donations, research support, and innovative programs that advance transfusion medicine. With donor centers across the region, mobile drives in neighborhoods, schools, and businesses, and a dedicated team working around the clock, Gulf Coast Blood connects generous donors with patients whose lives depend on their gift. Together, we are building a healthier future for our community.
328K+
Annual Blood Collection
157K+
Number of active donors
170+
Hospitals Served
NBC Leadership
Nikhil Nayak, CEO
Nikhil Nayak serves as President and CEO of Gulf Coast Blood, driving innovation and shaping the future of blood banking. Since joining the organization on January 1, 2024, he has brought a fresh vision and dynamic leadership, positioning the organization for continued growth and impact.
Before joining Gulf Coast Blood, Nikhil served as Chief Business Officer at San Diego Blood Bank, where he spearheaded the Innovation Development Team, driving forward-thinking initiatives in blood services. He has over 25 years of experience in relevant health and life sciences with a significant focus on strategy, marketing, business development, global product management, operations, finance, quality management, and corporate communications. His career spans leadership roles in pharmaceutical companies, laboratories, and medical device organizations.
Nikhil holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from Washington University in St. Louis and an MBA with concentrations in finance, marketing, and international business from NYU’s Stern School of Business. His passion for innovation and strategic growth continues to drive Gulf Coast Blood forward.
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