13 Oct Ronald McDonald House Charities SWFL Welcomes New Chief Executive Officer

Ronald McDonald House Charities® Southwest Florida (RMHC SWFL) is pleased to announce the appointment of Nirupa Netram as its new President and Chief Executive Officer. Netram is a seasoned executive, attorney, mediator, and arbitrator with over 27 years of leadership experience across the nonprofit, corporate, and legal sectors. Born in Guyana and raised in Southwest Florida, she has dedicated her career to removing barriers within the community that shaped her. With 13 years of nonprofit experience spanning 12 countries, she brings a global perspective, mission-driven focus, and expertise in operations, risk management, compliance, human resources, and law. A graduate of Stetson University (BBA, Cum Laude) and Stetson University College of Law (JD), she has had her thought leadership featured in Forbes, The Chronicle of Philanthropy, Gulfshore Business, and Gulfshore Life. She has also served on numerous committees at every level, championing families and community well-being. “As a long-time resident of this community, I am deeply honored to join and lead the team at Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida,” says Nirupa. “Together, with our dedicated staff, board, volunteers, donors, and supporters, we will continue to foster a culture of family-centered care, deepen our impact, and ensure that no family faces their child’s medical crisis alone.” With Nirupa’s vision and leadership, we are confident she will lead RMHC SWFL into a new era of growth and impact as we prepare to celebrate our 30th Anniversary in 2026 and beyond. Since opening its doors in 1996, RMHC SWFL has served thousands of families with critically ill or injured children receiving treatment at Golisano Children’s Hospital and other regional medical facilities. The organization offers not only a “home-away-from-home” but also a supportive community that helps families stay together and focused on their child’s healing journey.