Deanna joined the Purdue Research Foundation in 2018 after a 15-year career with Purdue University working with graduate students. During her time with the university, Bush was responsible for recruitment activities that prepared her for her current position with the foundation.

Currently, Bush serves as the director of alliances for microelectronics and life science companies and assumes a diverse range of responsibilities as a valuable member of the Alliances team. She is pivotal in connecting these organizations to invaluable resources within Purdue and throughout the Greater Lafayette area.

Deanna has a Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology from Purdue University and an MBA in applied management from Indiana Wesleyan University. She also serves as a volunteer board member for the Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette, where she contributes her expertise to support their mission and initiatives.