About Us

“Fundraising is a shared journey to empower change one gift at a time.” Hank Rosso

For as long as I can remember, I’ve always had a passion for helping others. As a college graduate, I had the opportunity to give back to my alma mater by joining the Institutional Advancement team. I thought it was a steppingstone to my next career path; however, I quickly learned that fundraising is a privilege. It allows me to connect philanthropists to opportunities that change the world.

After spending almost 20 years in higher education, I joined the UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s Foundation team in the fall of 2021. The thing I love most about my job is building lasting relationships with donors, businesses, community leaders and team members. My goal is to ensure people feel valued and informed. I like to take a personalized approach by learning about their interests, communication preferences and philanthropic goals. When done right, both the donor and the organization impacted by their generosity are completely changed by the experience.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with husband and four children. Most weekends you will find me sitting in a gym or on a field cheering them on. In my spare time, I like to read, travel, hike, and boat.

Women & Children’s Philanthropy, Major Giving, Annual Giving, CMN Corporate Partners

My journey into a career in fundraising was inspired by a desire to make a meaningful impact on causes I care about. After spending my early career in business development and fundraising in the education sector, I transitioned to the healthcare space right during the break of COVID. I quickly discovered what it means to be a part of an organization that not only works tirelessly to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our community, but also rallies to make sure all team members are supported. I have also found that there is a collaborative nature of work in the fundraising field, which involves engaging with donors and working alongside dedicated colleagues. This has been incredibly fulfilling!

Seeing the direct effect that fundraising efforts have on improving lives and supporting vital initiatives continues to motivate me every day. I find it incredibly rewarding to build relationships with individuals and businesses who are equally passionate about making a difference. Each conversation and connection are an opportunity to share inspiring stories, align philanthropic goals with meaningful projects, and ultimately, create lasting positive change. Any contribution from any donor, no matter the size, truly makes an impact on our Siouxland families.

Outside of the office, I spend my time with my husband, our son, and our incredibly lazy bulldog. My husband is a teacher/coach, and our son is very active in activities, so you can typically find us in the gym or at the ballpark. We love to travel as a family and have a goal of visiting all the Major League Ballparks!

Major Giving, Annual Giving, Grateful Patients, Grant Writing

Witnessing the impact of donor contributions in fulfilling our mission and positively affecting people's lives is incredibly fulfilling. I am inspired by the donors themselves—their willingness to make time to learn about a campaign or project and their commitment to getting involved and helping them succeed. Fundraising is more than just a profession for me; it is a mission to connect, inspire, and empower others, bringing ideas and projects to life and showcasing the transformative power of philanthropy.

I'm grateful for my diverse professional career, which spans higher education, business development, marketing, sales, and entrepreneurship, allowing me to meet many incredible people and build a broad network. In every role, I've focused on building genuine relationships and have strengthened them by connecting individuals with like-minded people, organizations, ideas, or projects that align with their ambitions and passions. Fundraising is relational, not transactional, so I prioritize in-person conversations, active listening, and helping donors experience and understand the value they bring as partners in our mission.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending quality time with my wife, our three active children, and our two Pomeranians, Rocky and Happy. My hobbies and interests are ever-changing and evolving; however, I continue to work with a friend/business partner on growing Flickboards, a product I invented and patented 10 years ago with the help of my mother and father. Flickboards is an innovative sports-themed game that brings the excitement of a tailgate party to the living room and doubles as stylish wall decor for your living space, office, or fan cave.

Event Programming, Database Management, Communications

Having been born and raised in Sioux City, I am committed to serving a community that has continually fostered my growth as a citizen and valued community member. I truly feel that if there is anything in life you should invest in, that it should be the healthcare system. You never know when you or a loved one might need the care or support from UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s.

I have seen firsthand the healing power of philanthropy in our hospital and in our community. This is why I am committed to bringing donors the opportunity to share their gifts with our patients, their families, and our team members.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and two little boys. You can often find us riding around the golf course or hanging out on the water in our fishing boat.