WASHINGTON D.C.— The National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI) proudly announces Diana Franchitto, President & CEO of HopeHealth, as the new Chair of its Board of Directors. A visionary leader in hospice and advanced illness care, Diana steps into this role as NPHI celebrates a decade of driving high-quality nonprofit care and innovation.
“As we celebrate a decade of impact, we are thrilled to welcome Diana as the new Chair of our Board of Directors,” said Tom Koutsoumpas, CEO of NPHI. “Her deep commitment to community-based, nonprofit care and her proven leadership make her uniquely qualified to help guide NPHI into this next phase of growth and innovation.”
“I have tremendous respect for Tom and our members’ vision for NPHI, and I’m thrilled to work closely with Tom and our entire NPHI leadership team to bring that vision to life,” said Diana. “It’s an honor to serve as Board Chair during this pivotal moment as we celebrate our first decade of impact. I look forward to collaborating with our members and Board to advance the incredible work our nonprofit hospices deliver every day. Together, we will shape the next chapter of compassionate care and champion innovative, community-driven solutions that prioritize the needs of patients and families nationwide.”
Diana brings many years of experience to her new role, including more than a decade as President & CEO of HopeHealth, one of the largest nonprofit hospice and palliative care organizations in New England. Under her leadership, HopeHealth has expanded its impact through innovative healthcare partnerships in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Diana also facilitated an academic affiliation with the Alpert Medical School of Brown University, positioning HopeHealth as the major teaching affiliate for hospice and palliative medicine.
A Milestone Year for NPHI
2025 marks a decade of achievements for NPHI, an organization that has grown to represent over 120 nonprofit member hospices, serving patients, families, and communities nationwide and collectively caring for up to 20% of this nation’s most vulnerable patients. Reflecting on NPHI’s transformation from its origins as the National Hospice Workgroup to where it is today, Diana emphasized the importance of collaboration and innovation:
“When we started this journey at NPHI, none of us could have imagined the scope of what we would achieve together,” Diana added. “I’m inspired by the tireless efforts of our members who deliver such dignified and quality care each day.”
Honoring Leadership and Welcoming the Future
Diana also acknowledged the outstanding contributions of outgoing Board Chair and NPHI co-founder, Samira Beckwith. “Samira is such an influential leader within the hospice and greater healthcare community, and has helped NPHI grow and succeed over the past decade. We’re so grateful for everything she’s done to get us to where we are today,” said Diana.
Serving alongside Diana in NPHI’s board leadership are CEO’s:
- Debbie Shumway, Vice Chair (Hospice of the Valley)
- Karen Rubel, Treasurer (Nathan Adelson Hospice)
- Viki Jingle, Secretary (Community Healthcare of Texas)
Celebrating NPHI’s Future
Looking ahead, NPHI’s 2025 Annual Summit in Las Vegas will serve as a platform to celebrate the past decade and strategize for the future of nonprofit hospice care.
“As we embark on this next decade, NPHI remains steadfast in our commitment to our members and all nonprofit hospice and advanced illness care providers,” stated Tom Koutsoumpas, CEO of NPHI. “Diana’s leadership will amplify our efforts to address emerging challenges, foster collaboration, and drive meaningful change for patients, families, and communities nationwide. Her guidance ensures we remain a catalyst for innovation and advocacy.”
Carole Fisher, President of NPHI, added, “Diana’s passion for service and her deep understanding of how NPHI member programs operate make her the perfect leader for this moment. Her ability to unite and inspire is exactly what we need as we build on our legacy of innovation and compassion. Together with Tom’s vision and leadership, I’m confident Diana will help guide NPHI into this exciting new chapter.”
Diana concluded, “The staff members and volunteers across our 120+ member organizations are the backbone of our movement. I’m honored to serve and am deeply grateful for our NPHI members – their deep connection to their community and the outstanding care they provide.”
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