CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Advocate Health has selected Shannon Duval as its new chief philanthropy officer. In this role, Shannon will lead the organization’s philanthropic and alumni relations efforts, driving strategic initiatives to support Advocate Health’s purpose to redefine care — for all.
Duval brings nearly 30 years of experience and a proven track record in philanthropy and health care leadership. Prior to joining Advocate Health, Duval served as the global chief development officer for Ronald McDonald House Charities, Inc., where she was responsible for elevating the financial and in-kind support for the RMHC System while driving global strategies to amplify and accelerate its development efforts in over 60 countries.
“We are thrilled to welcome Shannon Duval to Advocate Health, as she brings a rare blend of strategic insight and heartfelt commitment to philanthropy,” said Kinneil Coltman, Advocate Health chief consumer and social impact officer. “Shannon’s arrival signals our continued investment in the health and well-being of our communities, and her experience and dedication will help us build stronger, more resilient futures for those we serve.”
Duval has extensive development and philanthropic experience in academic medicine, national health charities, community-based medicine and health systems, including previously serving as the deputy chief philanthropy officer at CommonSpirit Health, the chief development officer and national foundation president for Catholic Health Initiatives, as well as in leadership roles for MercyOne and Unity Point Health Systems. Duval started her career at the University of Iowa Foundation, raising funds for the Carver College of Medicine.
“I am honored to join Advocate Health and lead its philanthropic initiatives,” said Duval. “I look forward to working with the dedicated team at Advocate Health and our generous donors to advance our mission and make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of our communities.”
Duval serves as vice chair of the Board of Trustees at her alma mater, Luther College in Decorah, Iowa, and holds master’s degrees from both Indiana University and Drake University Law School. She serves as a board member for the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP) as well as a faculty member at the AHP Madison Institute and the Modern Institute for Charitable Giving. She is regularly called upon as an industry expert within health care philanthropy and enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons.