Savanna Lanza

Savanna Lanza is the Chief Executive Officer of the National Kidney Foundation of Florida (NKFF), where she has served in a variety of leadership roles since joining the organization in 2012. She earned both her Bachelor of Science degree (2012) and Professional Master of Science degree (2017) from Florida State University.

Savanna’s connection to the National Kidney Foundation of Florida began long before her professional career. She started volunteering with the NKF Rich Salick Surf Festival in the early 2000s, helping coordinate the amateur surfing competition. Following her graduation from Florida State University, she joined the NKFF as the Event Director for Surf Fest before advancing into Development Director role and ultimately being named Chief Executive Officer in 2018.

As CEO, Savanna oversees all aspects of the organization’s operations, including statewide fundraising events such as nine Kidney Walks, four golf tournaments, the NKFF Gala, patient assistance programs, free community kidney health screenings, professional and patient education initiatives, advocacy efforts, and strategic partnerships. Her commitment to improving kidney health and supporting patients drives the Foundation’s mission and continues to strengthen collaboration with healthcare professionals, volunteers, and community partners throughout Florida.

Savanna has been actively involved with the Florida Renal Association since 2016 and has served on its Board of Directors since 2018. A passionate advocate for kidney patients, she has worked closely with the Florida Renal Coalition and legislative partners to advance kidney health policy, including the successful passage of the Living Donor Protection Act. She remains committed to expanding advocacy efforts through Kidney Day and strengthening opportunities for professional education and collaboration across Florida’s renal community.