Nancy Bussani

Nancy Bussani is the current System Senior Vice President, Philanthropy Strategy and Governance at CommonSpirit. Nancy has over fifteen years of experience in non-profit management, program development, fundraising, board development, and volunteer training. Prior to their current position, Nancy served as the Vice President of Development at Renown Health from January 2018 to October 2019. Nancy has also served as the Vice President of Philanthropy at Dignity Health from January 2012 to January 2018, where they were responsible for community health/population health partnerships. From April 2005 to September 2012, Nancy served as the Vice President Advancement/Tower Foundation CEO at San Jose State University, where they were responsible for Board Leadership and Training, Corporate Governance, and Campaign Development and Oversight.

Nancy Bussani earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Idaho and a Master of Business Administration from Washington State University.

A direct report to Nancy Bussani is and Dawn Dougherty - System Director, Education and Professional Development. Nancy Bussani reports to Fred Najjar, EVP, Chief Philanthropy Officer & President, CommonSpirit Health Foundation. Nancy Bussani works with Paul Richardson - System Senior Vice President, Philanthropy Engagement, Will Curtis - System Vice President, Philanthropy Technology and Innovation, and Shannon Duval - System Senior Vice President, Philanthropy.