11. Deana Cavanaugh | Ascension Seton Foundation: Building Community Through Giving Back

In this episode of Rock Solid, Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Deana Cavanaugh, Director of Development at Ascension Seton Foundation. Deana shares her journey from government contracting and construction to her current role in philanthropy, where she raises funds to bridge the gap between hospital budgets and community healthcare needs.

 

Key topics include:

• Deana's career transition from construction to philanthropy
• The mission of Ascension Seton Foundation and how donations directly impact the community
• The importance of building long-term relationships in fundraising
• Deana's extensive community involvement with organizations like Chaparral Women's Club and the Round Rock Chamber
• The unique community culture in Round Rock that supports diversity and mutual success
• Personal transformation through commitment and discipline
• Leadership development programs in Round Rock
• Balancing family life with community service and career

 

Learn more about Ascension Seton Foundation at https://ascensiontexasfoundations.org.

 

Rock Solid is brought to you by host Bryan Eisenberg, a New York Times bestselling author, digital pioneer and co-owner of A Place At Home - North Austin, a Round Rock based home care agency.

 

Bill Combes, owner of a local Round Rock digital marketing agency, No Time for Social.

 

Brent Pierce, owner of Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with his two podcast sets and state of the art photo studio.