Rose Pierro '63 Simmons

Rose Pierro '63 Simmons

Chair, Advancement Committee; Chair, Gift Acceptance Committee

Former Operations Officer Health Care Non-profit Organizations
Community Volunteer
ND Board Member Term: July 2019 – June 2022, July 2023 - June 2026

Rose had a 40-year career in health care non-profit organizations, primarily the American Cancer Society where she most recently served as Chief Operating Officer for the California Division. She brings to Notre Dame her exceptional knowledge of donor giving programs, volunteer operations and strategic marketing initiatives. She also held positions at the Stanford University Medical Center and Mariposa Hall, Inc.
in Monterey, CA.

Since her retirement she has volunteered with a multitude of organizations, including Ronald McDonald, Cristo Rey, Rotary/RotaCare, Stanford Health Center and the American Cancer Society. She enjoys traveling with her husband, John, gardening and spending time with her godchildren, family and friends.