Tabatha McGee

As CEO of the Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia, Inc. (SCFG), Tabatha McGee is a visionary and compassionate leader dedicated to improving the lives of sickle cell warriors and those with other abnormal hemoglobin disorders. Described as a servant leader with unwavering faith, Tabatha and her dynamic team work tirelessly to provide living well resources, essential clinical services, and robust volunteer support. Her innovative and persistent leadership has a proven track record of building a resilient organization committed to social good. Notably, Tabatha established the "Sickle Cell Sanctuary," the nation's sole holistic wellness center for Sickle Cell Warriors. She also founded McGee Legacy Studios, which produces the "Unveiling Sickle Cell Beyond the Pain" Talk Show and the "Beyond the Show" Podcast.

During her tenure, Tabatha has made significant strides towards the success of the organization, including the opening of a new wellness center in the first quarter of 2023, expanding their laboratory to provide more extensive testing options for her “Sickle Cell Warriors,” and secured groundbreaking grants from the State of Georgia and the federal government of $2.2 million. Additionally, her accomplishments include a partnership with Grady Hospital, allowing them to identify and work with children diagnosed with sickle cell, a week-long camp sponsoring over 150 kids suffering from the disease, and tirelessly advocating for legislation to advance treatment and support of those suffering. She has grown her staff by 50% over three years, broadening support and care across Georgia. 

Tabatha is a native of Georgia and began her professional career serving in the US Army. During her service, she built the foundation of leadership. Ultimately, she transitioned into a long career with Xerox, where she expanded her leadership, management, and business development skills. She moved from Xerox into an entrepreneurial role when she founded Complete Vital Solutions, LLC, where she served as a self-employed network engineer.  

Tabatha initially started her role with the Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia as a volunteer. She then began working as an independent contractor and transitioned into the part-time administrator role. She was eventually promoted to Director of Administration. On this path, she leveraged her professional experience and lessons learned from her struggles to become a beacon of hope in the organization. Tabatha took on her current role as Executive Director in October 2021 with an unsurpassed drive and passion for success. 

Tabatha firmly commits to giving back to her community in her free time through charitable work and volunteerism. She is a mother and grandmother devoted to her family and her “Sickle Cell Warriors.”  

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Tabatha loves gardening and playing the piano in her free time.