Ascension St. Vincent Foundation announces new board leadership

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The Ascension St. Vincent Foundation has announced new leadership to its Board of Directors for fiscal year 2025, including the retirement of John Murphy as Board Chair, and the appointment of Katie Lucas as Board Chair, Scott Bove as Treasurer, Cali Moore as Secretary, and the addition of six new board members.

Ascension St. Vincent Foundation board members are dedicated to supporting Ascension St. Vincent’s ministries. They actively engage in the work of the Foundation by recognizing and supporting the vital role philanthropy plays in fulfilling our hospitals’ mission and inspiring others to support the cause.

Each fiscal year new board members are elected following their approval by the hospital board, ensuring they meet the high standards and qualifications necessary to contribute effectively to the Ascension St. Vincent Foundation Board of Directors and support the mission of the Ascension St. Vincent ministries.

Katie Lucas will serve as the new Board Chair, bringing her extensive experience and passionate commitment to the organization. She has served as a dynamic member of the Board since 2017. Currently the President of Lucas Oil Products, she brings a wealth of experience and leadership to her new role.

Lucas has shown a deep commitment to the hospital’s Mission, patients, and families through her efforts in leading the annual Eric Medlen Memorial Golf Tournament, which has raised over $1.7 million for Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital over the years. She is also a Founding Member and Inaugural Chair of Called to Care, a Circle of Impact that includes compassionate women in the community who serve, support and raise awareness for the Children’s Hospital.

“I am honored to assume the role of Board Chair,” Lucas said. “My personal experiences with the compassionate and holistic care provided by the care team members at the hospital have profoundly shaped my understanding of healthcare’s transformative power. With a deep commitment to our faith-based mission, I look forward to partnering with donors, staff and fellow board members in advancing our dedication to excellence and serving our community.”

New Board members include:

• Michael Busk, MD, MPH, Vice President and Medical Director of the Ascension St. Vincent Health, Wellness, and Preventive Care Institute
• Nessa Hamman, Co-Founder of Prime 47 Carmel/Prime Catering
• Kalen Irsay Jackson, Vice-Chair and Owner of Indianapolis Colts
• Dave Neff, CEO of Boilermaker Alliance
• Jennifer Schaefer, Assistant Principal at St. Luke Catholic School
• Jason Sondhi, CEO of EXOS (formerly Sondhi Solutions)

The Foundation extends gratitude to John Murphy for his exceptional service and dedication as the outgoing board chair. Murphy has significantly contributed to the Ascension St. Vincent Foundation since joining the board in 2016. His leadership roles included Chair of the Governance and Executive Committees and membership on the Care for Tomorrow Campaign Committee for the Women and Infants Hospital expected to open in late 2024.

Remaining on the Board are members:

• Scott Bove, STAR Financial Bank (Board Treasurer)
• Cali Moore, Estes Family Foundation (Board Secretary)
• Vince Caponi, retired, Ascension St. Vincent
• Julie Carpenter, Krieg DeVault
• Linda Carroll, MS, Ascension St. Vincent
• Katie Fischer, BSN, RN, Ascension St. Vincent Women’s Hospital
• Max Hittle, retired, Krieg DeVault
• Dr. Susan Maisel, retired, Banner Health System
• Allison Melangton, Penske Entertainment
• Dan Parod, Ascension St. Vincent
• Julie Schnieders, MSN, CNP, Ascension St. Vincent
• Fanchon Stinger, Grit & Grace
• Joe Webster, Jr., MD, Northside Anesthesia Services, LLC and Carmel Specialty Surgery Center
• Ann Haupt, Ascension St. Vincent Foundation (Ex-Officio)

The Ascension St. Vincent Foundation is grateful for the service and commitment of the Board of Directors and looks forward to the future growth and success due to their leadership.

About Ascension St. Vincent Foundation
Founded in 1968, the Ascension St. Vincent Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Indianapolis dedicated to raising and managing philanthropic contributions to support Ascension St. Vincent’s community programs, capital projects, and patient care, with a special focus on serving the poor and vulnerable. The Foundation supports various ministries across Indianapolis, Carmel, and Fishers, including the Cardiovascular Research Institute and Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital. Additional Ascension St. Vincent Foundations in Indiana serve the communities of Evansville, Kokomo, and Anderson. In fiscal year 2024, Ascension St. Vincent Foundations collectively provided funding of more than $10.3 million. Learn more at give.stvincent.org.