Donna Brunner serves as the Deputy Director of Operations for the Applied Materials Division at Argonne National Laboratory. In her role, she oversees the planning, coordination, and execution of research laboratory space design, construction, renovation, and facility equipment installation projects. With extensive experience supporting over 120 researchers, she ensures the safe, secure, and efficient implementation of impactful R&D projects that align with organizational strategic objectives and comply with Argonne’s requirements.

Brunner joined Argonne in 2011. She received her bachelor of science in Industrial Engineering from Marquette University, and began her career at Tetra Tech where she managed remedial action construction projects, evaluated innovative technologies for industrial processes, and assessed pollution prevention opportunities.